Frogs Leap Chardonnay

The 2006 Frogs Leap Chardonnay greets you with aromas of green apple
and pear layered with delicate notes of honeysuckle. No heavy vanilla or
buttery flavors here rather your palette is greeted with clean, lively
flavors of apricot and citrus laced with wet-stone and hazelnut. Balanced by
the wines acid and low alcohol, the mouth-feel stays bright and clear. Crisp
and vibrant, this Chardonnays elegant finish begs for another sip making
it a delightfully unexpected food-friendly wine.

Region Description

(shar dohn nay)—This noble grape’s reputation was established in France, particularly in the Burgundy region, and the highly prized Chardonnay wines from Chablis, Mâcon, Mersault, and Pouilly-Fuissé are imitated by winemakers around the world. Generally an oaked wine (whether from expensive oak barrels or a quick soak in oak chips), its fruity aromas and flavors range from apple in the cooler regions to tropical fruits such a pineapple in the warmer regions. It can also display subtle earthy aromas, such as mushroom or minerals. It has a medium to high acidity and is generally full-bodied. Classical Chardonnay wines are dry. Chardonnay is also an important grape in the Champagne district where it's picked before fully ripe and while it still has high acid and understated fruit flavors—the perfect combination for champagne. California has adopted this grape with a fervor and there are some 200 wineries producing Chardonnay wines in other parts of the United States. Chardonnay has also seen a tremendous planting surge in Australia, and new vineyards are being planted in Italy, Lebanon, New Zealand, Spain, and South Africa.