Gran Enemigo Agrelo Cabernet Franc 2020: A Bold Masterpiece of Depth, Precision, and Terroir

The Gran Enemigo Agrelo Cabernet Franc 2020 impresses from the first glance with its deep garnet color, signaling the concentration and elegance within. On the nose, this vintage reveals a more introspective and layered profile, with aromas of black cherries, graphite, dried rosemary, and subtle notes of cocoa and leather, echoing the complexity of Agrelo’s distinctive soils.

On the palate, it delivers a wine of structure and sophistication, where savory herbs, black fruit, and a touch of smoke unfold over a velvety texture. The tannins are firm yet polished, providing excellent aging potential, while the balanced acidity drives a long, mineral-laced finish with hints of dried spices and earth.

Aged in neutral French oak barrels and large foudres, the 2020 vintage allows the terroir to shine, with only a whisper of oak influence that enhances, rather than masks, the wine’s natural complexity.

This vintage is especially well-suited to hearty, slow-cooked dishes. Try it with beef bourguignon, where the wine’s earthy depth complements the richness of the stew, or with lamb shank braised with rosemary and garlic, echoing its herbaceous notes. For a vegetarian match, pair it with lentil and mushroom stew or a charred vegetable gratin with aged Parmesan.

The Gran Enemigo Agrelo Cabernet Franc 2020 is a wine of serious character, bridging power and elegance. It captures the essence of Agrelo’s old vines, the vision of Alejandro Vigil, and the soul of Mendoza, delivering a tasting experience that is both memorable and profound.

• Winery: Aleanna
• Variety: Cabernet Franc
  
• Region: Agrelo, Lujan de Cuyo, Mendoza
• Winemaker: Alejandro Vigil
• Aging: French oak barrels of second and third use, 7 months in foudres.
  
• Presentation: 750 ml bottle