Elegant Frog Cabernet Sauvignon
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Best enjoyed young and vibrant, typically within 1 to 4 years of vintage release.
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Grilled ribeye steak, roasted lamb chops, hearty beef stew
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The Elegant Frog range by Jean-Claude Mas is a clever, self-deprecating play on the traditional Anglo-Saxon nickname for the French, demonstrating that Languedoc wines can be exceptionally refined without taking themselves too seriously. Grown in the gravelly, clay-limestone soils of the Pays d'Oc, this Cabernet Sauvignon thrives under the warm Mediterranean sun, tempered by cooling maritime breezes. To balance rich fruit with elegant structure, a portion of the blend is aged in French and American oak barrels for several months, smoothing the tannins while preserving vibrant notes of blackcurrant, herbaceous spice, and subtle toasted vanilla.
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Established in 1892 with roots at Château de Conas, Domaines Paul Mas was revitalized in 2000 by Jean-Claude Mas, who championed the concept of 'Luxe Rural' to showcase the premium potential of the Languedoc region. Based in Pézenas, France, the family-owned estate spans multiple vineyards across the Hérault valley, practicing sustainable and organic viticulture certified by Terra Vitis. The winery is celebrated for its expressive, Mediterranean-influenced wines, seamlessly blending traditional Southern French varieties like Marsanne, Grenache, and Syrah with international grapes. From the vibrant, everyday Claude Val and Les Tannes ranges to refined single-estate cuvées, Paul Mas delivers accessible elegance that captures the warmth and diverse terroir of the Pays d'Oc.