El Enemigo was founded in 2009 by Adrianna Catena, youngest daughter of Nicolás Catena Zapata; and Alejandro Vigil, head winemaker of Bodega Catena Zapata. Their goal is to challenge and redefine Argentinian winemaking by celebrating the youthful winemaking culture of the country while embracing the rich viticultural heritage of Europe. Motivated by a shared love of Cabernet Franc, they aim to produce high-altitude wines that can rival the very best of Bordeaux.
The El Enemigo vineyards are located at between 930 and 1,470 metres’ elevation. The soils here are limestone, rock and clay, creating an interesting terroir for vine cultivation. The vine plantings include Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot, Bonarda, Chardonnay and Malbec.
