Bodega Aleanna, Gran Enemigo, Red Blend 2019
Product Information
Country Argentina
Region Mendoza
Grape Variety 40% Malbec, 25% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Cabernet Franc, 5% Merlot, 5% Petit Verdot
Vintage 2019
ABV 13.5%
Experience the elegance of high-altitude Argentine winemaking with the Gran Enemigo Blend 2019, a world-class red wine crafted by renowned winemaker Alejandro Vigil of Bodega Aleanna.
Sourced from the high-density vineyards of Gualtallary, Tupungato (1,470 metres / 4,822 ft elevation) in the heart of Mendoza wine country, each varietal contributes unique character shaped by its distinct soil composition:
• Malbec: Sandy loam with a limestone base and rocky profile
• Cabernet Franc: Calcareous, rocky soil
• Petit Verdot: Fine sandy soil
• Cabernet Sauvignon: Deep sandy soil
Fermented in oak barrels at controlled temperatures (average 22°C), this blend undergoes:
• Cold maceration for 5 days
• Extended maceration for 23 days
• 30% whole bunch fermentation
• Five separate harvest times over 1.5 months
The wine is aged 15 months in century-old French oak foudres, allowing for complex development while maintaining vibrant acidity and elegance.
Tasting Notes:
A bold yet balanced wine with rich dark fruit, fine tannins, and minerality—ideal for collectors and connoisseurs seeking high-end red wines from Argentina.
Discover El Enemigo Wines – Artisan Argentine Wines from Mendoza's High-Altitude Vineyards
Founded in 2010, El Enemigo Wines is the brainchild of Adrianna Catena, daughter of renowned vintner Nicolás Catena Zapata and celebrated winemaker Alejandro Vigil, the visionary behind Bodega Catena Zapata. This boutique wine label was born from a shared passion for terroir-driven winemaking and a bold ambition to challenge conventional methods.
Crafted in the Piedemonte al Sur region of Mendoza, Argentina, the El Enemigo vineyards are planted at altitudes ranging from 930 to 1,470 metres above sea level, in the southern reaches of Luján de Cuyo. These extreme elevations create a unique microclimate, producing grapes with exceptional freshness, depth, and character.
El Enemigo stands for more than just wine it represents the internal battles and creative risks that come with breaking tradition. The name “El Enemigo,” meaning “the enemy,” symbolises the brand’s fearless commitment to innovation and authenticity in winemaking.
From Argentine Cabernet Franc to high-altitude Malbec blends, each bottle is a tribute to the land and a testament to the pursuit of excellence. These limited-production wines are ideal for collectors, connoisseurs, and wine lovers seeking something rare, expressive, and unconventional.
