Arrogant Frog Rouge
⏳ Drinking Window
2021 - 2023
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Grilled red meats, pasta with rich tomato-based sauces, medium-aged cheeses
✨ Technical Specifications
Arrogant Frog was launched in 2005 by Jean-Claude Mas as a playful, self-deprecating response to the traditional snobbery often associated with French wine. Embracing the 'arrogant' stereotype with a dapper, beret-wearing mascot, this brand proved that Languedoc could produce seriously good, fruit-forward wines with a sense of humor. The classic Rouge (often known as the Ribet Red) is sourced from the sunny hillsides of the Hérault Valley in the Pays d'Oc, where Mediterranean breezes cool the clay and limestone vineyards. Vinified with modern techniques, a portion of the blend is aged in French and American oak barrels for about four months, resulting in a smooth, approachable red that balances ripe dark fruit with subtle vanilla and spice.
🍾 About the Producer
Rooted in a viticultural heritage dating back to 1892, Domaines Paul Mas in its modern form was established in 2000 by visionary winemaker Jean-Claude Mas near Pézenas in the Languedoc region of southern France. Driven by the philosophy of 'Luxe Rural'—creating accessible, everyday luxury wines—the estate seamlessly marries centuries-old French tradition with dynamic, New World-inspired winemaking techniques. Across an expansive collection of distinct terroirs spanning the Languedoc, Roussillon, and Mediterranean coastline, the domaine practices meticulous and sustainable viticulture. Domaines Paul Mas is widely celebrated for its expressive single-varietal bottlings, such as Marsanne and Syrah under the Les Tannes label, charming regional blends like Claude Val, and refined appellation wines from Pézenas.
🍇 Grape Varieties
Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot
🍷 Alcohol By Volume (ABV)
13.5%