2019 Bodega Aleanna 'El Enemigo' Chardonnay Mendoza

Founded in 2007, El Enemigo Winery is a project between two of the strongest names in the Argentinian wine industry, Alejandro Vigil and Adrianna Catena.  

Alejandro Vigil is the mastermind behind El Enemigo’s wines and some of the best wines in all of Argentina for that matter. In fact, Enemigo was the first winery to obtain a 100-point score from Robert Parker. 

Alejandro Vigil is a master of Chardonnay. He's a man who likes to push boundaries, which is why this impressive white was made with a little flor, just like a Fino Sherry. Asian pear, sliced green apple, fresh quince, toasty almond, honey nectar, and vanilla bean sing across the palate in perfect harmony. This briny and textured pearl will have you tapping your feet to the rhythm of the Chardonnay master's drum.

Within Mendoza, you will find a hidden gem, the place James Suckling refers to as “Mendoza’s Montrachet,” known locally as Gualtallary. This region is one of the highest points in the entire country and today, this region has become the talk of the town for all wine lovers and pros. Since 2005, this dreamy place overlooking the majestic Andes Mountains has been considered one of the 11 Great Wine Capitals, a list that includes regions like Bordeaux and Rioja. 100% of the grapes in this Chardonnay come from Gualtallary.

None of this is any surprise to Greg Martellotto, Bighammerwines.com owner and founder. Read his insights from Mendoza and the importance of Uco Valley as the epicenter for the best wines from the region here.

Aging: 9 months in French oak with veil. 500 lt barrels.

Tasting Notes: 100% Chardonnay.
See Critical Reviews for detailed tasting notes.