El Enemigo Chardonnay 2023 is a remarkable white wine that showcases Alejandro Vigil's mastery of Chardonnay winemaking. This impressive wine is a perfect balance of innovation and tradition. Alejandro Vigil pushed the boundaries by adding a little flor to the winemaking process, similar to Fino Sherry. This process imbues the wine with a unique toasty, spicy, and salty flavor profile that is both refreshing and briney, with some honeyed notes. The wine's bouquet is a testament to the artistry of the winemaker, with subtle hints of oak and vanilla. The finish is long and satisfying, leaving a pleasant aftertaste that lingers.
Crafted from handpicked Chardonnay grapes, the El Enemigo Chardonnay 2023 is a testament to the winemaking tradition of Argentina's Mendoza region. This wine is a perfect pairing for a variety of dishes, including seafood, grilled chicken, and creamy pastas. Its crisp acidity and balanced tannins make it a versatile wine that will please any palate. The bottle's elegant design reflects the wine's sophistication, making it an excellent gift for any wine lover.
Critic Ratings
James Suckling Review - Rated 96:
Salty and spicy, with aromas of ginger, cardamom, lemons and sea salt. The palate is medium- to full-bodied, sharp and pungent, with a precise, saline character. Rich, focused and delicious. From grapes grown in Gualtallary. Fermented and aged in French oak, of which 35% was new. Drink or hold.
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate Review - Rated 93:
The 2023 Chardonnay derives from Adrianna Vineyard, was vinified in 500-liter barrique and incorporates some biological aging and a small portion of a five-year-old solera. Leading with a bright, citrus-driven nose bolstered by an elegant nutty richness, the palate is vibrant, textural and seamless, concluding with a succulent and nuanced finish. As with the whole El Enemigo range, this offers a fantastic value that entirely transcends the price point.
Jeb Dunnuck Review - Rated 93:
The 2023 Chardonnay has a compelling nose of steely green apple but is more defined by its grasp of flinty mineral and texture of wet stone. Quenching acidity underscores a liner, focused, and seamless expression of refined complexity and light-bodied grace. Enjoy now and for another 7-10 years.
