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El Enemigo Gran Enemigo Single Vineyard Chacayes Cabernet Franc vs Achaval-Ferrer Quimera

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
El Enemigo Gran Enemigo Single Vineyard Chacayes Cabernet Franc
2016 · Tunuyán, Argentina · Red blend
€128
The steal
Dead ringer
Achaval-Ferrer Quimera
Mendoza, Argentina · Red blend
€43 save €85

Tale of the taste

El Enemigo Gran Enemigo Single Vineyard Chacayes Cabernet Franc Achaval-Ferrer Quimera
Body 9 vs 9 · same
Tannin 7 vs 7 · same
Acidity 8 vs 7 · 1 less on the steal
Sweetness 4 vs 3 · 1 less on the steal
Fruit 6 vs 6 · same

Five structure dials above — plus 13 flavour families weighed in the match behind the scenes.

Why it’s a dupe

Shared Cabernet Franc in the blendSame full-throttle bodySame firm grip of tanninAbout 34% of the price

Where to grab the steal

Typically around €43 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:

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