Arrogant Frog
Chardonnay
Jean-Claude Mas, first-generation winemaker, fourth generation grape grower, and owner of Les Domaines Paul Mas, is a leader in fine winemaking in the Languedoc region of Southern France. Since taking the helm of the family winery in 2000, he has prioritized sourcing the highest quality grapes from twelve privately-owned estates and premier growers in the Languedoc to make wines of authenticity and refinement. Within just a few years of its launch, Arrogant Frog has become the mascot of all the estates. Jean-Claude has shown that with creativity, expertise, and humor, the wines of the Languedoc find eager drinkers across the globe. Château Arrogant Frog encompasses 20 hectares of vineyards in Grand Cru Limoux, 15 of which are organically farmed and five are certified Terra Vitis. Despite their Old World roots, Arrogant Frog wines will appeal to more New World palates with fresh, bright fruit and unique varietal character.
Tasting Notes
Pale gold color with green tints. Elegant aromas of tropical fruits, with peach, white flowers and hints of vanilla. Well-rounded and smooth with refreshing acidity.
Cultivation
12-24 year old vines planted on cool, deep clay and limestone soils. The vineyards are managed with total respect to the environment.
Vinification
Destemmed grapes are vinified separately at low temperatures in stainless steel tanks for three weeks without skin contact.
Aging
After the second week of fermentation, 30% of the Chardonnay finishes its fermentation in oak barrels and remains in oak to age for three months. The wines are blended and allowed to rest before bottling.
APPELLATION
Pays d'Oc IGP
VARIETAL
100% Chardonnay
ABV
13.5%
ALTITUDE
50-80 meters
SOIL
Clay and limestone
PHILOSOPHY
Sustainable
AVERAGE AGE
16-31 years