Malbec, El Enemigo 2022
High-altitude Gualtallary Malbec: violet, plum and ginger, juicy and firm with a mineral finish.
Tim Atkin MW Tim Atkin 90; James Suckling 95; Descorchados 92; Wine Spectator 90; Gold, International Wine Challenge 2025
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Why this wine
The benchmark Malbec from Gualtallary's calcareous soils, with a tenth of Cabernet Franc for lift and grip. Long maceration and 15 months in foudre and barrel give it detail rather than bulk. It is the reference point the rest of the Argentine range is judged against.
Who made this
El EnemigoUco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina
The high-altitude side project of Catena Zapata's chief winemaker, made to rival Bordeaux rather than imitate Malbec.
More on El EnemigoAt a glance
- Grape
- Malbec 90%, Cabernet Franc 10%
- Region
- Mendoza, Argentina
- Alcohol
- 13.50%
- Body
- Medium
- Acidity
- Medium
- Tannins
- Medium
- Sweetness
- Dry
- Drink
- Short (3-5 yrs)
- Pairs with
- Red Meat, Barbecue, Cheese