Arrogant Frog is an estate-bottled wine from the Languedoc region of southern France. Like its creator, winemaker Jean-Claude Mas, (aka the Humble Vintner), this wine is proud to assert its Mediterranean origin. Generations of the Mas family have tended to vineyards and made wine in the Languedoc region, and over the years, their wines have retained vibrancy and refined charm. The wine is sealed with a dependable screw cap to preserve freshness and youthful appeal. Arrogant Frog delivers exceptional quality for the price and is confident of its ability to impress.
Production Area
Languedoc- between the Mediterranean Sea and the Hérault Valley
Grape Varieties
100% Sauvignon Blanc
Vinification
Grapes are destemming with no skin contact during maceration. Pneumatic pressing (of only free run juice), racking for clarification, followed by cool fermentation for 18 days with selected yeast. 10% of the blend is fermented in oak barrels. During all the process the wine is preserved form oxygen contact with the use of Nitrogen gas. The wine rests for 2 months on its lees in stainless steel vats for added complexity.
Color
Bright gold with green tints
Bouquet
Complex and fresh with aromas of grapefruit, gooseberry and herbaceous notes and a hint of smokiness.
Taste
Fruity and lively with great balance and persistence.
Alcohol
12.5%
Serving Suggestions
Served with shellfish, poached or grilled seafood, salads and asparagus dishes.