98 points Luis Gutiérrez (Wine Advocate): "Powerful places tend to mark wines in a stronger way than even the vintage conditions or the grape variety, and that seems to be the case with the 2015 Gran Enemigo Gualtallary Single Vineyard. But of course there are elements of both the year—slightly warmer and riper than 2016—and the grape—mostly Cabernet Franc with some 20% Malbec, which is what is planted in the vineyard, with the logical variations depending on the yields of each grape in a given vintage. This is a little more direct than the 2016, powerful and concentrated but balanced and fresh, and it has a little more tannin. As I said, this is more about the high altitude and austere place with all the components in great harmony. You do not notice the alcohol, concentration of tannins or acidity, as it's all very integrated. All these wines are not about fruit but about soils, about rocks. 3,000 bottles produced. Drink: 2019-2030. (Oct 2019)"
98 points James Suckling: "This is such a fabulous red with ripe berries, blackberries and hints of dried mushrooms and black tea. Full body and crystalline tannins that carry the wine on for minutes. Energetic and takes off like a rocket. Extreme, great wine. Drink or hold. (12/9/19)"
95 points Tim Atkin, MW: "(13.9%) My pick of the Gran Enemigos in 2014, this cuvée of Cabernet Franc with 15% Malbec hails from Gualtallary. It’s a fresh, savoury, scented style with chalky minerality, fine-boned tannins and a long, tangy, refreshing finish. Sappy, mouth-watering stuff. 2019-28."
Product SKU |
702769 |
Producer |
Aleanna |
Country |
Argentina |
Region |
Mendoza |
SubRegion |
Uco Valley |
Varietal |
Cabernet Franc |
Vintage |
2015 |
Size |
750ml |
Color |
Red |
Blend |
80% Cabernet Franc, 20% Malbec |
ABV |
13.9% |
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