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.
From the Wine Maker – “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.”
Best served with shellfish, poached or grilled seafood, salads and asparagus dishes.
Rating:
This wine was given a 85 point rating by Wine Enthusiast.
Availability:
2009 vintage in a 750 ml – Standard Bottle is currently in stock at Byram and Hackettstown for $9.99 a bottle, on sale for $8.99 a bottle 01/12/2012 to 02/28/2012. SKU#27523
This wine was introduced in 1928 by Marquis Niccolò Antinori, as the first Chianti ever produced suited for being aged and improving over time. In 2001, Piero Antinori launched a new step in the evolution of Villa Antinori, making it a Tuscan IGT produced with the best selection of grapes originating exclusively from estates located in Tuscany. This Italian gem is a great red blend consisting of 55% Sangiovese, 25% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Merlot, 5% Syrah.
The 2008 Lagar de Robla Premium is made with 100% Mencía grapes produced by old vines in the region of Bierzo with an average age of 50 years. This big red spent 18 months in American oak and a year in the bottle before its release.
From the Wine Maker – “A fan favorite, this Gewürztraminer is an enjoyable wine with exuberant fruit and clove spice. This is a lush style of Gewürztraminer with a lot of floral character, yet it still maintains the grape’s natural crisp character. Try this with Thai food or any cuisine with a little “bite” to it.”
Our 2007 Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, a blend of wine from several different vineyards, is 100% Cabernet Sauvignon. We blended the vineyard lots in early 2008 and transferred the wine to 50% new and 50% once-used American oak barrels for aging. Blending prior to barreling allows us to achieve a balance of the wine’s natural elements, such as fruit and tannin, before they are influenced by oak. The wine was then aged in barrel for approximately 25 months and another 15 months in bottle to harmonize its components before release.
Alta Luna (“High Moon”) Pinot Noir represents the finest selection of Pinot Noir grapes from prime vineyard sites situated in the foothills of Italy’s Dolomite Alps. This region provides the perfect conditions for producing some of the best quality Pinot Noir grapes in the world. Our winemakers have crafted a singular wine that exudes a seductive bouquet and a rich, silky palate.
Alta Luna (“High Moon”) Pinot Grigio represents the finest selection of Pinot Grigio grapes from prime vineyard sites in the foothills of Italy’s breathtaking Dolomite Alps. This region has a longstanding reputation for producing some of the best quality Pinot Grigio grapes in the world. Our winemakers have crafted a singular wine that exudes an exceptional aromatic quality and a crisp, elegant palate.
The two grape varieties (95% Sangiovese, 5% Merlot) of the blend were fermented differently: the Merlot was given seven to eight days of skin contact at maximum temperatures of 79° in order to extract only supple tannins and preserve the fruity character of the grape’s aromas, while the Sangiovese was given a longer, ten to twelve day maceration on its skins at higher temperatures, 86° which included a soft punching down of the cap of skins in order to increase the complexity of the wine’s flavors and aromas. Ageing took place both in stainless steel tanks and in oak for a total aging period of nine months, followed by a short, two months period of bottle aging before commercial release.
Nobel vines. Born in France; raised in America. Not all vines are created equal. Noble Vines 667 Pinot Noir honors the most coveted Dijon vine stocks of Burgundy, France. These vines enhance the structure of this wine and thrive in our family owned, cool-climate Monterey vineyard. This Pinot Noir offers a modern expression of the classic French style: the smooth, rich mouthfeel is framed with gentle tannins and luscious cherry, black pepper and floral notes.
