El Enemigo Bonarda 2023 - 750ml

El Enemigo Bonarda 2016 - 750ml

El Enemigo Bonarda 2023 - 750ml

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94pts Vinous

The 2023 Bonarda comes from the Eastern Zone with 15% Cabernet Franc from the Uco Valley and was aged for 15 months in a mix of foudre (50%), barrel (25%) and tank (25%). Expressive and primary, it opens with raspberry and violet, followed by a hint of black fruit and soft spice. Dry, juicy and lightly chalky, the palate is compact yet energetic, gaining depth from the interplay between aging and the structural contribution of Cabernet Franc. Well judged and well achieved for a challenging year like 2023.

92pts James Suckling

Thyme, sour dark cherries and a touch of spices. Medium-bodied with juicy fruit and a pure, succulent finish. Good length. Delicious now, but can hold for a few more years too.

92pts Wine Enthusiast

Firm tannins provide structure to this savory red. The nose is aromatic and displays a mix of desert herbs and blueberries. Similar dark fruit flavors fill the lively palate, along with good acidity.

91pts Robert Parker's Wine Advocate

Blended with 15% Cabernet Franc, the 2023 Bonarda was produced from 100-year-old vines in Rivadavia and aged in a mix of foudre, barrel and tank. Red fruits, dried flowers and sawdust aromas introduce a racy mouthfeel and a fresh finish anchored by firm tannins and savory undertones.

Winemaker Notes

This Bonarda shows a deep violet color with bluish reflections. The nose is intense and complex. Intense aromas of ripe black fruit, blackberries, raspberries, black cherries, chocolate and liquor, with some spicy notes of fresh herbs provided by the Cabernet Franc appear. The taste has a sweet impact with silky tannins and aromas of ripe black and red fruits with notes of licorice and vanilla. Its natural acidity is refreshing. By its concentration and complexity the finish is long and persistent.

Enjoy this wine alongside roast lamb, empanadas, and light pastas dishes.

Blend: 85% Bonarda, 15% Cabernet Franc

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