Bodega Aleanna, Gran Enemigo, Chacayes 2019
Product Information
Country Argentina
Region Mendoza
Grape Variety 85% Cabernet Franc, 15% Malbec
Vintage 2019
ABV 13.5%
Experience the elegance and power of Gran Enemigo Chacayes 2019, a premium Argentine red wine crafted by renowned winemaker Alejandro Vigil of Bodega Aleanna. This exquisite blend of 85% Cabernet Franc and 15% Malbec is sourced from the high-density vineyards of Los Chacayes, Tunuyán, sitting at an impressive 1,100 metres (3,608 ft) above sea level.
Vineyard & Terroir
Grown in alluvial soils rich in limestone, this vineyard produces small, concentrated berries, leading to wines with intense colour, vibrant acidity, and exceptional aging potential. The vineyard density of 7,000 plants per hectare contributes to the fruit’s complexity and depth.
Winemaking & Ageing
• Fermentation in barrel with a cold maceration of 5 days and total maceration of 26 days
• 40% whole bunch fermentation
• Aged for 15 months in 100-year-old French oak foudres
• 5 harvest passes over 1.5 months ensure perfect ripeness and complexity.
Tasting Profile
The 2019 vintage reveals a powerful yet refined structure, with high natural acidity, deep colour, and rich aromatics. Expect layers of red and black fruits, herbal undertones, graphite, and minerality. The wine is approachable in its youth but offers outstanding potential for cellaring.
Why Order This Wine?
• Single-vineyard, high-altitude red wine from Mendoza’s Uco Valley
• Crafted by Alejandro Vigil, Argentina’s most celebrated winemaker.
• Limited production and critically acclaimed.
• Ideal for collectors and lovers of Cabernet Franc blends with ageing potential.
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.
