El Enemigo Semillón 2024

El Enemigo Semillón 2024 is a distinctive Argentine white wine crafted by acclaimed winemaker Alejandro Vigil. Made from high-density Semillón vines in Agrelo at 930 metres above sea level, it combines high-altitude freshness with the unusual complexity of ageing partly under flor—a natural yeast veil more commonly associated with Jura and Sherry. The result is a layered, gastronomic wine with both modern precision and a nod to traditional oxidative winemaking.

Tasting Notes
Bright and elegant in the glass, this Semillón opens with creamy aromas of tropical fruit, citrus and yellow apple, followed by toasted oak, spice, nuts and a subtle salty character from the flor ageing. The palate is rich and supple, balanced by pronounced, refreshing acidity and a mineral finish. Its combination of fruit, savoury complexity and texture gives the wine impressive depth, with the structure to develop further in bottle over the coming years.

Production
The grapes come from a high-density vineyard in Agrelo, Luján de Cuyo, planted with 10,000 vines per hectare at 930 metres on clay soils. The 2024 growing season was mild and balanced, supported by ample water reserves from a snowy winter in the Andes. The wine was pressed and fermented in French oak with indigenous yeasts, then matured for 15 months in 250-litre French oak barrels. Around 35% of the wine aged under flor, adding delicate nutty, saline and gently oxidative nuances while preserving the wine’s freshness.

Food & Serving
Serve well chilled at 10–12°C. Its richness and lively acidity make it an excellent match for white fish, salmon and other oily fish, shellfish, poultry, light meats, creamy pasta and risotto. The savoury flor-derived notes also work particularly well with umami-rich dishes, mature hard cheeses and lighter charcuterie. Decanting is not essential, but a short period of aeration in the glass or a small decanter can help reveal its layered character.

Producer
El Enemigo is the Argentine project led by winemaker Alejandro Vigil, known for producing expressive, characterful wines that combine Mendoza’s high-altitude terroir with traditional and experimental techniques. The estate’s approach often explores the relationship between classic varieties, extended maturation and unconventional cellar practices. This Semillón is a particularly distinctive example, showcasing the potential of an historic grape in Argentina through its use of wild fermentation, French oak and flor ageing.

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