Discover the captivating elegance of El Enemigo, Gran Enemigo El Cepillo, Valle de Uco, Cabernet Franc-a show-stopping Argentine red wine crafted by the acclaimed winemaker Alejandro Vigil and Adrianna Catena. Sourced from one of the southernmost vineyards in the Uco Valley, the Pampa El Cepillo, San Carlos vineyard sits at 1,300 metres above sea level. Here, Cabernet Franc and Malbec thrive in mineral-rich colluvial soils underpinned by unique marine limestone layers, capturing the essence of this exceptional terroir. The winery's commitment to sustainable viticulture and organic practices ensures not just environmental stewardship but an authentic expression of place.
This outstanding wine is celebrated for its complexity, freshness, and precision, resulting from meticulous manual harvesting, selective picking, and careful vinification in concrete vats. The deliberate ageing process further accentuates the wine's purity and structure, creating a bottle worthy of the highest praise by international critics.
Tasting Notes
Appearance:
The wine pours a deep, intense ruby with garnet reflections, showcasing its vibrancy and inviting allure.
Nose:
Aromatic and layered, the bouquet enchants with fragrant notes of violet, ripe cassis, plum, and dark cherry. Accents of mint chocolate and a hint of black pepper intermingle with subtle undertones of herbs and graphite, contributing finesse and intrigue on the nose.
Palate:
On the palate, the wine bursts with crunchy red fruits and juicy plum, enveloped in silky tannins and racy acidity that invigorate each sip. The harmonious blend of Cabernet Franc and Malbec offers a mouth-coating texture and remarkable precision, highlighting both minerality and freshness. Hints of mint chocolate and subtle dried herbs echo through the mid-palate, adding depth and complexity.
Finish:
The finish is long, mineral-driven, and refreshing, with lingering notes of graphite and delicately spiced black pepper. The wine's precise acidity and supple tannins ensure a lasting impression, inviting another taste and showcasing the extraordinary quality of El Cepillo's unique terroir.
