PINOT NOIR

Background

Jean Claude Mas, independent winemaker, fourth generation grape grower, first generation winemaker and owner of Domaines Paul Mas, is a leader in fine winemaking in the Languedoc region of the South of 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 The result is a collection of magnificently charming wines that burst forward with the warmth and stunning beauty of the Languedoc A witty nod to the popular term for a Frenchman, Jean-Claude has embraced the stereotype to showcase the outstanding value and style of Languedoc winemaking Arrogant Frog is made in the Old World but will appeal to New World palates with fresh, bright fruit and varietal character in range of styles.

Winemaking

Destemmed grapes spend three days macerating with skin contact at 50 F, followed by fermentation at 77 F An additional five days maceration follows before pressing Only the first press is included in final wine Half of the wine is aged in new oak barrels for four months and the other half remains in stainless steel vats The wine is blended and then spends an additional two months in vat prior to bottling in oak barrels and remains in oak to age for three months.

Tasting Notes

Bright medium ruby Very elegant with aromas of fresh strawberry, cherry, and sweet spices with a hint of vanilla Medium bodied with ripe, silky tannins and firm acidity and a long finish.