Casa Larga

Dry Riesling

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Dry Riesling2016 Dry Riesling

Estate Grown and Bottled
Finger Lakes

Riesling grapes love our Finger Lakes climate and produce a wide variety of delicious wines. Twenty years ago, dry Rieslings were very rare. Since then, our Dry Riesling has made its mark and become one of the Finger Lakes region’s “new classics”.

Viticulture

Grape. 100% Riesling

Appellation. Finger Lakes

Harvest dates. Various in October 2016.

Viticulture notes. Each vine was hand-tended to enhance sun exposure and fruit ripening. Crop levels were closely controlled to allow the fruit to express maximum aromatic intensity and complexity.

Winemaking

Winemaker. Matt Cassavaugh

Fermentation. In stainless steel tanks at low temperature

Vintage. 2016

Alcohol by volume. 11.5%

Aging. Stainless steel

Residual sugar. 0.6%

IRF sweetness scale. Dry

Acidity. pH 3.1, TA 8.6 g/L

Bottling date. March 22, 2017

Production. 91 cases 750mL

Vegan. Yes

Casa Larga wine series. Classic

TTB ID. 17019-001-000484

UPC. 0-89800-00044-1

Year first produced. 2011

Winemaking notes. Small lots of grapes were selected from parcels of the estate vineyard and were picked at a moment that would capture the aromatic intensity and crisp acidity of a cool-climate Riesling.

Each lot was fermented separately at cool temperatures in stainless steel tanks to preserve varietal character and aromas. The wine experienced extended post-fermentation aging on light lees, which was periodically stirred back into the wine to increase body, roundness and aromatic intensity. The small batches were then combined into a harmonious blend that displays the complexity of each of its individual components.

Enjoying our Dry Riesling

Availability. At our winery in Fairport; at selected wine and spirits stores and restaurants in New York State; at CasaLarga.com for direct shipment to residences and workplaces in 37 states.

Accolades. Double Gold Medal (judges were unanimous), 2017 New York Wine & Food Classic competition.
Aging. Store at cool temperature (55º-60ºF) and out of direct sunlight. This wine is produced to be drunk young, crisp and fresh, i.e. within 2 years of bottling.

Serving temp. 50ºF

Tasting notes. Our crisp dry Riesling exhibits a light floral nose, bright green apple notes, and beautiful natural acidity.

Pairing suggestions. Crab cakes, curries, fish served with lemon, and other citrusy and spicy dishes.

Pinot Noir

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Pinot Noir2014 Pinot Noir

Estate Grown and Bottled
Finger Lakes

The cherry aromas and distinctive earthy character of the noble Pinot Noir grape are on full display in this elegant wine, a favorite of our winemaker Matt Cassavaugh.

Viticulture

Grape. 100% Pinot Noir

Appellation. Finger Lakes

Harvest date. October 10, 2014

Viticulture notes. Our vineyard crew performs a great deal of hand-thinning & leaf removal on our blocks of Pinot Noir grapes to open up the canopy. The thinner crop allows the vine to focus its nutrients on the primary bunches. Greater sun exposure enhances ripening and encourages tannin development.

Winemaking

Winemaker. Matt Cassavaugh

Fermentation. In stainless steel tanks at low temperature

Vintage. 2014

Alcohol by volume. 12.5%

Malolactic fermentation. Full, both sequential and co-innocated.

Aging. 14 months in oak barrels

Residual sugar. 0.1%

IRF sweetness scale. Dry

Acidity. pH 3.5, TA 6.3 g/L

Bottling date. August 25, 2016

Production. 225 cases 750mL

Vegan. Yes

Casa Larga wine series. Classic

TTB ID. 16338-001-000076

UPC. 0-89800-00244-5

Year first produced. 1979

Winemaking notes. After we harvest, crush and de-stem our Pinot Noir grapes, we maintain the juice in contact with the skins in a cooler for as long as three days. This “cold-soaking” technique, encourages the extraction of soft tannins from the skins. After pressing, the team uses the “punch-down” technique to ensure full color and flavor, to gently extract tannins and help produce a full, round mouth-feel.

Enjoying our Pinot Noir

Availability.

  • At our winery in Fairport
  • At selected wine and spirits stores
  • At com for direct shipment to residences and workplaces in 37 states

Aging. Store at cool temperature (55º-60ºF) and out of direct sunlight. Like most French Pinots, this wine is produced to be drunk relatively young, within roughly 3 years of bottling.

Serving temperature. Cool room temperature (60º-65ºF).

Tasting notes. Our lovely Pinot Noir exhibits classic cherry aromas, soft tannins, and distinctive earthiness that is characteristic of this noble variety.

Pairing suggestions. Turkey, duck, roasted or lightly smoked meats, mushroom sauces, hearty pasta dishes, goat cheese.

Petite Noir

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Petite NoirPetite Noir

Unoaked
Finger Lakes

Petite Noir is a unique, medium-dry, unoaked red wine, fresh, fruity, very low in tannins, and with a tiny bit of sweetness in the background. It’s the perfect introductory red for white wine drinkers!

Viticulture

Grapes. Petite Noir is a unique blend of two red grape varieties (Cabernet Sauvignon and DeChaunac) and one white (Vidal Blanc). The proportions depend on the growing season.

Appellation. Finger Lakes

Viticulture notes. For this and several other wines, our vineyard crew chooses vine management techniques that bring out and preserve the naturally vibrant fruit flavors in the grapes.

Winemaking

Winemaker. Matt Cassavaugh

Fermentation. In stainless steel tanks. No malolactic fermentation is performed.

Alcohol by volume. 11%

Residual sugar. 1.8%

IRF scale. Medium Dry

Aging. In stainless steel tanks.

Acidity. pH 3.4, TA 7.2 g/L

Bottling dates. April 6 and 19, 2017

Production. 516 cases 750mL

Vegan. Yes

Wine series. Vineyard

TTB ID. 16340-001-000408

UPC. 0-89800-00213-1

Year first produced: 1987

Winemaking notes. The grapes fermented for Petite Noir receive moderate skin contact to enhance the red fruit aromas while limiting tannin extraction. Fermentation occurs at lower temperatures common

to red wines yet higher than those used for white. An abbreviated aging period occurs only in stainless steel tanks to allow for maximum expression of fruit. We conduct extensive blend trials and choose a unique proportion of the various component wines to maintain as consistent a flavor profile from year to year as possible.

Enjoying Petite Noir

Availability. At our winery in Fairport; at selected wine and spirits stores and restaurants in New York State; at CasaLarga.com for direct shipment to residences and workplaces in 37 states.

Aging: Store at cool temperature (55º-60ºF) and out of direct sunlight. This wine, like most unoaked wines, was produced to be enjoyed while young and fresh, i.e. within roughly 2 years of bottling.

Serving temperature: Enjoy Petite Noir at cool room temperature or lightly chilled (55º-60ºF).

Tasting notes. Unoaked and fresh, Petite Noir has many of the characteristics of white wines, especially lower tannins and crisp fruit flavors, but with the heartiness of red wines, reminiscent of Beaujolais Nouveau.

Pairing suggestions. Grilled meats, pizza or pasta with tomato-based sauces, salads with sweeter dressings.

Pallido

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PallidoPallido

Finger Lakes

Recalling the wines of his youth in Italy, our founder, Andrew Colaruotolo, created this zesty white wine reminiscent of Pinot Grigio.

Viticulture

Grapes. Vidal Blanc, Riesling, and Muscat Ottonel

Appellation. Finger Lakes

Viticulture notes. The grapes used in the production of this wine are cold-tolerant, making them ideal for the northern Finger Lakes region: Riesling and Muscat Ottonel (vinifera), and Vidal Blanc (French-American hybrids). We train their vines higher on the trellis than other varieties and they grow downward in an umbrella-like pattern.

Winemaking

Winemaker. Matt Cassavaugh

Fermentation. In stainless steel tanks at cool temperature.

Alcohol by volume. 11.5%

Residual sugar. 1.9%

IRF scale. Medium Dry

Aging. In stainless steel tanks for approximately 6 months.

Acidity. pH 3.1, TA 8.3 g/L

Bottle volumes. 750mL and 1.5L

Bottling dates. May 1 and September 6, 2017

Production. 500 cases 750mL, 181 cases 1.5L

Vegan. Yes

Wine series. Vineyard

TTB ID. 17019-001-000413

UPC. 0-89800-00633-7 (750mL)
0-89800-00653-5 (1.5L)

Year first produced: 1979

Winemaking notes. We cold ferment all three component grapes of Pallido in stainless steel tanks to bring out the beautiful natural fruit aromas and flavors of the grapes.

Enjoying Pallido

Availability.

  • At our winery in Fairport
  • At selected wine retailers in upstate New York
  • At com for direct shipment to residences and workplaces in 37 states

Aging: Store at cool temperature (about 55º) and out of direct sunlight. This wine, like most un-oaked white wines, was produced to be enjoyed while young and fresh, i.e. within roughly 2 years of bottling.

Serving temperature: Chilled to about 50º

Tasting notes. A zesty, un-oaked, medium-dry white wine, Pallido has been a perennial favorite of our customers since its creation in 1986 by our founder, Andrew Colaruotolo.

Pairing suggestions. Antipasti like prosciutto e melone, and Italian veal and poultry dishes such as scaloppini, piccata, and saltimbocca.

Muscat Ottonell

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2015 Muscat Ottonel

Estate Grown and Bottled
Finger Lakes

Wines produced from the Muscat family of grapes have been prized for centuries for their vibrant fruit and floral aromas. This exceptional Muscat Ottonel is finished in the drier European style.

Viticulture

Grape. 100% Muscat Ottonel

Appellation. Finger Lakes

Viticulture notes. Muscat Ottonel is the first grape we pick each harvest, usually in mid-September. Early picking allow us to highlight the grape’s natural lemony-citrus character.

Winemaking

Winemaker. Matt Cassavaugh

Fermentation. In stainless steel tanks at low temperature

Vintage. 2015

Alcohol by volume. 11.5%

Aging. Stainless steel

Residual sugar. 1.0%

IRF sweetness scale. Dry

Acidity. pH 3.5, TA 6.3 g/L

Bottling date. August 30, 2016

Production. 44 cases 750mL

Vegan. Yes

Casa Larga wine series. Classic

TTB ID. 17019-001-000441

UPC. 0-89800-00094-6

Year first produced. 1990

Winemaking notes. We lightly press our Muscat Ottonel grapes, and leave the juice in contact with the skins for several hours to maximize varietal character. Fermentation is performed in stainless steel tanks at cool temperature. The wine is then aged in stainless steel tanks and bottled very young to capture the wine’s aromatic qualities at their peak.

Enjoying our Muscat Ottonel

Availability.

  • At our winery in Fairport
  • At com for direct shipment to residences and workplaces in 37 states.

Accolades.

2013 vintage. 92 Points, Gold Medal and Best
Buy, 2014 World Wine Challenge (tastings.com)

2012 vintage. 92 Points, Gold Medal and Best
Buy, 2013 World Wine Challenge (tastings.com)

Aging. Store at cool temperature (55º-60ºF) and out of direct sunlight. This wine is produced to be drunk young, crisp and fresh, i.e. within 2 years of bottling.

Ideal serving temperature. 50ºF

Tasting notes. This exceptional, dry, European style Muscat Ottonel has a fragrant floral nose, vibrant citrus notes, and a luxurious finish.  

Pairing suggestions. Delicious as an apéritif, this wine is also a beautiful accompaniment to light salads and vegetable dishes.

Meritage

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Meritage

Finger Lakes

Our winemaker hand-selects the highest quality grapes from different vineyard blocks and clones as the foundation for this complex wine with dark berry notes, firm tannins, and a long velvety finish.

Viticulture

Grapes.

55% Cabernet Sauvignon

28% Cabernet Franc

17% Merlot

Viticulture notes. We balance the vine and position the fruit by hand to ensure proper ripening of these three red Bordeaux grapes. We hand-pick them very late in the growing season to maximize ripeness and tannin development.

Winemaking

Winemaker. Matt Cassavaugh

Fermentation. After primary fermentation (yeast), each component wine undergoes malolactic fermentation in stainless tanks and is racked into barrels.

Vintage. NV. Our winemaker can select the best from among different vintages of the component wines to optimize the harmony and complexity of the blend.

Alcohol by volume. 13%

Residual sugar. 0.1%

IRF scale. Dry

Aging. 12-14 months in a variety of oak barrels to add nuance and complexity.

Acidity. pH 3.5, TA 6.0 g/L

Bottle volume. 750ml

Bottling dates. March 31 and August 4, 2017

Production. 201 cases

Vegan. Yes

Casa Larga wine series. Winemaker

TTBID. 17062-001-000451

UPC. 0-89800-00373-2

Year first produced: 2001

Winemaking notes. Harvested grapes for this wine are pressed into one-ton fermentation tanks. The juices ferment on the skins and caps are punched down twice daily. They are then racked and placed into barrels. Each component wine in the blend is fermented and aged separately. From a series of options, a blend is selected that maximizes the nuances of each grape while maintaining harmony. The chosen blend is then racked back into barrels where it ages for up to several more months.

Enjoying our Meritage

Availability.

  • At our winery in Fairport
  • At select wine and spirits stores in New York State
  • At com for direct shipment to residences and workplaces in 39 states.

Aging. Store at cool temperature (55º-60ºF) and out of direct sunlight. Meritage can age gracefully in bottle for another 3-5 years, depending on the year.

Serving. At cool room temperature (60-65ºF).

Tasting notes. Dark berry notes, rich oak, a hint of pepper and a velvety palate make this limited edition wine among the most prized at Casa Larga.

Pairing suggestions. Beef and lamb dishes with rich sauces like hollandaise, béarnaise, bourguignon, poivrade or stroganoff; goat cheeses and Manchego.

Hungarian Oak Chardonnay

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Hungarian Oak Chardonnay

2014 Hungarian Oak Chardonnay

Estate Grown and Bottled
Finger Lakes

White oak barrels bring intriguingly different flavors to wine depending on the wood’s origin. The natural oils in our Hungarian oak barrels impart to the wine lovely aromas of toasted apples and a touch of smoke in the finish.

Viticulture

Grapes. 100% Chardonnay

Appellation. Finger Lakes

Harvest date. October 9, 2014

Viticulture notes. We grow four different clones (subspecies) of Chardonnay grapes at Casa Larga. Our vineyard crew thins leaves and clusters to ensure proper ripening and tannin development. Grapes for our Winemaker series Chardonnays are allowed extra ripening time to develop a richness that will later harmonize with the oak flavors extracted from barrels.

Winemaking

Winemaker. Matt Cassavaugh

Fermentation. In Hungarian oak barrels. Primary fermentation and full malolactic fermentation, both co-innoculated and sequential.

Alcohol by volume. 13%

Residual sugar. 0.1%

IRF sweetness scale. Dry

Aging. 15 months in Hungarian oak barrels.

Acidity. pH 3.5, TA 6.4 g/L

Bottle volume. 750mL

Bottling dates. August 30, 2016

Production. 56 cases 750mL

Vegan. Yes

Wine series. Winemaker

TTB ID. 16342-001-000369

UPC. 0-89800-00713-6

Year first produced: 2009

Winemaking notes. Chardonnay juice for this wine is fermented in 225-liter barrels of French white oak. The resulting wine is then aged on its lees, stirring every 10-12 days to increase body and aromatic complexity. The wine undergoes full malolactic fermentation and aging in these barrels for 15 months.

Enjoying our Hungarian Oak Chardonnay

Availability.

  • At our winery in Fairport.
  • At CasaLarga.com for direct shipment to residences and workplaces in 37 states.

Aging: Store at cool temperature (55º-60ºF) and out of direct sunlight. This wine can age gracefully in bottle when stored in this way. Tannins will become more rounded and the color will darken with time. We still recommend that this wine be enjoyed while relatively young and fresh, i.e. within roughly 3 years of bottling.

Serving temp: 55º-60ºF

Tasting notes. Our Hungarian Oak Chardonnay exhibits lovely toasted apple notes and a touch of smoke in the finish.

Pairing suggestions. Chicken, pork, and pasta in mushroom and other creamy sauces, salmon, and light curries.

Gewürtztraminer

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Gewurztraminer2016 Gewürztraminer

Estate Grown and Bottled
Finger Lakes

Gewürztraminer was among the very first grapes planted by Andrew Colaruotolo at Casa Larga in 1974. This noble cool-climate grape originated in Alsace centuries ago. It is pink or light red in color, yet produces a beautiful aromatic white wine prized for its floral and spice notes. The grape actually shares an aroma compound with lychees. Gewürz means “spiced” or “perfumed” in German.

Viticulture

Grape. 100% Gewürztraminer

Appellation. Finger Lakes

Viticulture notes. Gewürztraminer is a winter-sensitive yet vigorous vine that needs constant attention to assure the subtle flavors of the grape are expressed in the wine.

Winemaking

Winemaker. Matt Cassavaugh

Fermentation. In stainless steel tanks at low temperature

Vintage. 2016

Alcohol by volume. 11.5%

Aging. Stainless steel

Residual sugar. 1.1%

IRF sweetness scale. Medium Dry

Acidity. pH 3.5, TA 6.0 g/L

Bottling date. April 7, 2017

Production. 51 cases 750mL

Vegan. Yes

Casa Larga wine series. Classic

TTB ID. 17019-001-000499

UPC. 0-89800-00074-8

Year first produced. 1978

Winemaking notes. We use cool fermentation in stainless steel tanks to express the fruit and floral aromas and flavor of the wine. Unlike most white wines, we maintain Gewürztraminer juice in contact with its skins for several hours to extract the complex rose petal and lychee fruit aromas characteristic of the

variety. We rack the wine quickly after fermentation to prevent lees contact. We add to the wine just prior to bottling a small amount of juice (set aside while pressing) to enhance the body, aroma and balance of the wine.

Enjoying our Gewürztraminer

Availability.

  • At our winery in Fairport
  • At selected wine retailers in upstate New York
  • At com for direct shipment to residences and workplaces in 37 states.

Aging. Store at cool temperature (approximately 55º) and out of direct sunlight. This wine is produced to be drunk young, crisp and fresh, i.e. within 2 years of bottling.

Ideal serving temperature. About 50ºF

Tasting notes. No need to pronounce the name! Just enjoy this delightfully aromatic white wine with light spice and floral notes.

Pairing suggestions. Thai, Sichuan, Indian, and other spicy cuisine, charcuterie and sauerkraut.

French Oak Chardonnay

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2014 French Oak Chardonnay

Estate Grown and Bottled
Finger Lakes

White oak barrels bring intriguingly different flavors to wine depending on the wood’s origin. The natural oils in our French oak barrels impart to the wine aromas of butter and citrus and long creamy finish.

Viticulture

Grapes. 100% Chardonnay

Appellation. Finger Lakes

Harvest date. October 9, 2014

Viticulture notes. We grow four different clones (subspecies) of Chardonnay grapes at Casa Larga. Our vineyard crew thins leaves and clusters to ensure proper ripening and tannin development. Grapes for our Winemaker series Chardonnays are allowed extra ripening time to develop a richness that will later harmonize with the oak flavors extracted from barrels.

Winemaking

Winemaker. Matt Cassavaugh

Fermentation. In French oak barrels. Primary fermentation and full malolactic fermentation, both co-inoculated and sequential.

Alcohol by volume. 13%

Residual sugar. 0.1%

IRF sweetness scale. Dry

Aging. 15 months in French oak barrels.

Acidity. pH 3.5, TA 6.4 g/L

Bottle volume. 750mL

Bottling dates. August 30, 2016

Production. 56 cases 750mL

Vegan. Yes

Wine series. Winemaker

TTB ID. 16342-001-000360

UPC. 0-89800-00703-7

Year first produced: 2003

Winemaking notes. Chardonnay juice for this wine

is fermented in 225-liter barrels of French white oak. The resulting wine is then aged on its lees, stirring every 10-12 days to increase body and aromatic complexity. The wine undergoes full malolactic fermentation and aging in these barrels for 15 months.

Enjoying our French Oak Chardonnay

Availability.

  • At our winery in Fairport.
  • At selected wine stores in New York state.
  • At com for direct shipment to residences and workplaces in 37 states.

Aging: Store at cool temperature (55º-60ºF) and out of direct sunlight. This wine can age gracefully in bottle when stored in this way. Tannins will become more rounded and the color will darken with time. We still recommend that this wine be enjoyed while relatively young and fresh, i.e. within roughly 3 years of bottling.

Serving temp: 55º-60ºF

Tasting notes. Our French Oak Chardonnay exhibits lovely aromas of butter and citrus and a long creamy finish.

Pairing suggestions. Poultry, pork, and pasta in béarnaise, mushroom and other creamy sauces, and salmon.

Tramonto

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TramontoTramonto

Finger Lakes
Estate Grown & Bottled

A hearty, dry, oak-aged red with berry notes and a touch of pepperiness, Tramonto (“sunset” in Italian) was created by our founder, Andrew Colaruotolo, in 1986 in fond remembrance of the wines of his youth in Gaeta, Italy.    

Viticulture

Grapes.  Cabernet Sauvignon, DeChaunac and Cabernet Franc

Appellation. Finger Lakes

Viticulture notes.  The grapes used in the production of this wine are relatively cold-tolerant, making them suitable for the northern Finger Lakes region.   

Winemaking

Winemaker.  Matt Cassavaugh

Fermentation. Depending on the component wine, either in bins or in stainless steel tanks at a cool temperature.

Alcohol by volume. 12.5%

Residual sugar. 0.5%

IRF scale.  Dry

Aging. In oak barrels.

Acidity.  pH 3.4, TA 6.4 g/L

Bottle volumes. 750mL

Bottling dates.  April 20, 2017

Production. 463 cases

Vegan.  Yes

Wine series.  Vineyard 

TTB ID.  17019-001-000423

UPC.  0-89800-00623-8

Year first produced:  1979

Winemaking notes. We ferment each of Tramonto’s component wines separately and at cool temperatures, and oak-age them only lightly, to accentuate the fruit aromas and flavors in the wine. 

Enjoying our Tramonto

Availability. 

  • At our winery in Fairport
  • At selected wine and spirits stores and restaurants in New York state
  • At CasaLarga.com for direct shipment to residences and workplaces in 37 states

Aging: Store at cool temperature (about 55º) and out of direct sunlight.  This wine, like most lightly oaked and tannic red wines, was produced to be enjoyed while relatively young, i.e. within roughly 2 years of bottling.

Serving temperature:  At cool room temperature (about 60-65º). 

Tasting notes.  Tramonto is a smooth, dry, oak-aged red wine with cherry notes and a touch of pepperiness.

Pairing suggestions.  Perfect with a wide range of Italian cuisine, especially pasta with tomato-based sauces and light poultry, pork and fish dishes.