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Chard-Riesling

April 24, 2017 by Corey Ameele

2017 Chard-Riesling

Finger Lakes

This delicious, distinctive, unoaked wine beautifully melds two Finger Lakes classics: the bright, green apple notes of Riesling and the subtle aromas and minerality of Chardonnay.

Viticulture

Grapes: Chardonnay 45%, Riesling 55%

Appellation: Finger Lakes

Harvest dates:

Chardonnay: September 19, 2017
Riesling: October 12 and 15, 2017

Viticulture Notes: The hallmark of these two cool climate grape varieties and the Finger Lakes terroir is a vibrancy of fruit, floral and mineral aromatics in our wines. The growth of the grapes is managed over a relatively short growing season to maximize ripeness and display even the subtlest aromas and flavors.

Winemaking

Winemaker: Matt Cassavaugh

Fermentation: Stainless steel at low temperature

Vintage: 2017

Alcohol by volume: 11.5%

Aging: Stainless steel

Residual sugar: 2.1%

IRF sweetness scale: Medium Dry

Acidity: pH 3.2, TA 7.9 g/L

Bottle volume: 750mL

Bottling dates: February 22 and May 2018 (planned)

Production: 504 cases

Vegan: Yes

Casa Larga wine series: Classic

TTB ID: 17004-001-000063

UPC: 0-89805-00107-8

Year first produced: 2013

Winemaking notes: Stainless steel fermentation and aging bring out the naturally crisp, clean fruit flavors in this wine. The two grape varieties are fermented and aged separately. We conduct blending trials to determine the best balance between the two component wines. Finally, the blended wine is bottled young to preserve its fresh, vibrant fruit flavors.

Enjoying our Chard-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:

2017 Vintage: t.b.d.
2015 Vintage: 90 Points, Gold Medal, Highly Recommended, Best Buy, and Top 10 under $15, Beverage Testing Institute (tastings.com)
2014 Vintage: Gold Medal, 2015 New York Wine & Food Classic Competition

Aging: Store at cool temperature (45º-55ºF) 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: 45º-50ºF

Tasting notes: This delicious unoaked white wine displays the characteristic green apple notes of Riesling, the subtle aromas and minerality of Chardonnay, and a lovely clean finish.

Pairing suggestions: Lightly seasoned fish and shellfish, charcuterie, and aged hard cheeses.

Sangria: Red and White

May 27, 2016 by Corey Ameele

Red Sangria &
White Sangria

Finger Lakes
Perfect for parties, our sweet and tangy Red and White Sangrias explode with fresh fruit flavors and brighten any occasion.

Viticulture

Grape. Cayuga White

Fruit juices. Lemon, lime, orange, plus strawberry, blueberry, dark cherry and raspberry (Red Sangria), and peach and pineapple (White Sangria)

Appellation. Finger Lakes

Viticulture notes. Cayuga White grapes, when harvested early in the fall, produce a relatively neutral white wine, the perfect backdrop for the sweet and tangy juices that enliven our Sangrias.

Winemaking

Winemaker. Matt Cassavaugh

Fermentation. In stainless steel tanks at low temperature.

Alcohol by volume. 7.5%

Residual sugar. 8.5%

IRF scale. Sweet

Aging. In stainless steel tanks.

Bottling dates. July 1, 14, 20 and September 6-8, 2017

Production. 640 cases (Red), 576 cases (White)

Sizes. 750mL (picture at right) and 1.5L bottles
Vegan. No (The fruit juices in our Sangrias are provided by a high-quality supplier but we do not supervise their production processes.)

Wine series. Vineyard

TTB IDs. 17051001000187 (Red), 17051001000188 (White)

UPCs. 0-89800-00833-1 (Red 750mL), 0-89800-00843-0 (Red 1.5L), 0-89800-00813-3 (White 750mL), 0-89800-00823-2 (White 1.5L)

Year first produced: 2016

Winemaking notes. We cold-ferment Cayuga White grapes, the foundation for our Sangrias, to preserve their natural crisp fruit flavors in the finished wine.

Enjoying our Red Sangria & White Sangria

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 45º-60ºF and out of direct sunlight. These wines, like most unoaked wines, have been produced to be enjoyed while young and fresh, i.e. within roughly 2 years of bottling.

Serving temp: 50º-55ºF

Tasting notes. Our sweet and fruity Sangrias feature lively strawberry and blueberry (Red Sangria) and peach and pineapple flavors (White Sangria). Serve chilled on their own or over ice with fresh fruit.

Pairing suggestions. Spicy appetizers; barbecued pork or chicken; grilled beef; fresh fruit, ice cream or custard desserts.

Vidal Blanc

May 27, 2016 by Corey Ameele

2016 Vidal Blanc

We produce this delicious aromatic white wine from the same grape variety as our famous Fiori Vidal Blanc Ice Wine.

Viticulture

Grapes: 100% Vidal Blanc

Appellation: Finger Lakes

Harvest date(s): Oct. 26, 2016

Viticulture notes: Vidal Blanc is a rare white French-American wine grape developed by Jean Louis Vidal in France in the 1930s. It is winter-hardy, with thick skins that resist frosts. We trellis it high above the ground and train it in a downward, umbrella-like growth pattern. It can hang late into the season and is often the last grape picked during harvest. It produces moderate sugar, plentiful natural acidity and a range of possible fruit flavors depending on the vintage, from pineapple and grapefruit to peach.

Winemaking

Winemaker: Matt Cassavaugh

Fermentation: Stainless steel at low temperature

Vintage: 2016

Alcohol by volume: 11.5%

Residual sugar: 1.1%

IRF scale: Medium Dry

Aging: Stainless steel

Acidity: pH 3.0, TA 8.1 g/L

Bottle volume: 750ml

Bottling date: February 1, 2017

Production: 191 cases

Wine series: Classic

Vegan: Yes

TTBID: 16338-001-000077

UPC: 0-89800-00934-5

Year first produced: 1988

Winemaking notes: Slow fermentation in stainless steel tanks lasts into the early winter. The wine is then aged on light lees to encourage body and roundness. Bottling occurs while the wine is young to maintain and emphasize the tropical aromas unique to the variety.

Enjoying our Vidal Blanc

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:

2016 Vintage results to be determined.
2015 Vintage: Gold Medal, 2016 New York Wine and Food Classic
2014 Vintage: 91 Points, Gold Medal, Best Buy, 2015 Beverage Testing Institute World Wine Challenge (tastings.com)
2013 Vintage: Gold Medal, 2014 Denver International Wine 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: 55º-60ºF

Tasting notes: This rare unoaked aromatic wine, fermented from the same grape variety as our renowned Vidal Blanc Ice Wine, exhibits a subtle nose of peaches, and a long citrus finish.

Pairing suggestions: Crab cakes, smoked meats, salads with vinaigrette dressing, goat cheese.

Tapestry

May 27, 2016 by Corey Ameele

Recent Awards:

Gold – 2011 New York Wine & Food Classic
Silver- 2011 Golden Nose
Silver – 2004 Taster’s Guild International

Tasting Notes: Unoaked. A light-bodied and fruity, rosé-style wine.

Grape Composition: A proprietary blend that may include Cabernet Sauvignon, Vidal Blanc and a Rosé of DeChaunac

Type: Blush

Residual Sugar: 1.7%

Alcohol Content: 11.5%

Bottle Size(s): 750mL, 1.5L

Food Pairings: White meats, Cobb salad and ham.

Viticulture: The grapes used in the production of this wine are highly cold-tolerant, making them ideal for New York and the northern Finger Lakes region.

Winemaking: Cold fermentation is used for this wine. Tapestry is fermented in stainless steel, bringing out the fruit flavor and aromas in the wine.

Vineyard Hill Riesling

May 27, 2016 by Corey Ameele

2016 Vineyard Hill Riesling

Finger Lakes

Riesling grapes love our Finger Lakes climate and produce a wide variety of delicious wines. We carefully monitor and arrest fermentation of our Vineyard Hill Riesling at a point which encourages a rich mouthfeel, ripe citrus and peach notes, and supple natural sweetness.

Viticulture

Grape. 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.

Alcohol by volume. 10.5%

Aging. In stainless steel tanks.

Residual sugar. 3.5%

IRF sweetness scale. Medium sweet

Acidity. pH 3.1, TA 8.4 g/L

Bottling dates. March 22-23, 2017

Production. 621 cases 750mL

Vegan. Yes

Casa Larga wine series. Vineyard

TTB ID. 17019-001-000433

UPC. 0-89800-00724-2

Year first produced. 2008

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 Vineyard Hill 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. (to be announced)

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 temperature. 55º-60ºF

Tasting notes. Our Vineyard Hill Riesling features ripe citrus and peach notes balanced perfectly with natural sweetness.

Pairing suggestions. Ham, pork or turkey with their traditional pineapple, apple or cranberry sides.

Dry Riesling

May 27, 2016 by Corey Ameele

2016 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.

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

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

May 27, 2016 by Corey Ameele

2014 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

May 26, 2016 by Corey Ameele

Petite 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

May 26, 2016 by Corey Ameele

Pallido

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

May 26, 2016 by Corey Ameele

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.