Casa Larga

Wild Ferment Riesling

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Wild Ferment Riesling2017 Wild Ferment Riesling

Estate Grown and Bottled
Finger Lakes

Riesling grapes love our Finger Lakes climate and produce a wide variety of delicious wines. Our Wild Ferment Riesling is fermented in small batches in stainless steel tanks using naturally occurring, wild yeast. 

Viticulture

Grape.  100% Riesling

Appellation. Finger Lakes

Harvest dates. October 19th, 2017

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. Natural fermentation was used to preserve the crisp acidity and natural green apple and citrus notes.    

Winemaking

Winemaker.  Matt Cassavaugh

Fermentation. In stainless steel tanks at low temperature

Vintage.  2017

Alcohol by volume. 11.0%

Aging. Stainless steel

Residual sugar.  2.1%

IRF sweetness scale.  Medium-Sweet

Acidity.  pH 3.0, TA 9.0 g/L 

Bottling date. May 28, 2018

Production.  150  cases 750mL

Vegan.  Yes

Casa Larga wine series.  Classic 

TTB ID.  18075-001-000883

UPC.  0-89815-01743-4

Year first produced.  2014 

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. 

We then hand selected a small lot of Riesling and fermented it naturally in stainless steel tanks to preserve the natural acidity and bright green apple and citrus notes.

Enjoying our 2017 Wild Ferment Riesling

Availability.  At our winery in Fairport; at CasaLarga.com for direct shipment to residences and workplaces in 40 states.

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 Wild Ferment Riesling exhibits a light floral nose, bright green apple notes, subtle lemon citrus tones and a naturally acidic finish

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

Heritage

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Heritage2017 Heritage

Finger Lakes

In 1974, Andrew Colaruotolo planted a few acres of vines on a hilltop in Fairport, NY with plans to make wine for his friends and family. Almost 45 years later, his vineyard has expanded to over 40 acres and produces of 35 varieties of wine. In honor of Mr. C, we have hand-selected grapes from Block 1, that very first block of our vineyard, to celebrate his legacy and his love of wine.

Viticulture

Grapes.

39% Riesling

31% Chardonnay

18% Vidal Blanc

7% Gewurztraminer

5% Muscat Ottonel

Viticulture notes.  We hand selected 5 different varietals from our oldest block in the vineyard to display the strong flavors and rich history of Casa Larga. The vines were closely tended in order to promote enhanced sun contact and ripening.

Winemaking

Winemaker.  Matt Cassavaugh

Fermentation. Stainless steel tanks at low temperature

Vintage.  2017 

Alcohol by volume. 11.5%

Residual sugar. 2.0%

IRF scale.  Medium Dry

Aging. Stainless Steel

Acidity. pH 3.2, TA 8.0 g/L

Bottle volume. 750ml

Bottling dates.  June 12th, 2018

Production. 150 cases

Vegan.  Yes

Casa Larga wine series.  Winemaker

TTBID.  18074-001-000466

UPC.  0-89818-02010-3

Year first produced:  2017    

Winemaking notes. The grapes were hand selected to achieve peak ripeness, and then pressed, fermented and aged together simultaneously. Fermentation occurs at very low temperature in stainless steel tanks and the wine is then bottled young to preserve its fresh, vibrant, flavors.

Enjoying our 2017 Heritage

Availability. 

  • At our winery in Fairport
  • At CasaLarga.com for direct shipment to residences and workplaces in 40 states & DC.

Aging. Store at cool temperature (55º-60ºF) and out of direct sunlight.

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

Tasting notes.  A slightly floral nose followed by subtle green apple & lemon citrus finish. A smooth finish punctuated by a touch natural acidity.

Pairing suggestions.  Antipasti, light cheeses & melons like honeydew & cantaloupe. Pasta dishes as well as scallops, sea bass & other fresh water seafood.

Fiori -8 Ice Wine

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Fiori -8 Ice Wine2016 Fiori Delle Stelle -8o Ice Wine

Estate Grown and Bottled
Finger Lakes

The long, cold winters of the Finger Lakes region provide the ideal conditions for our authentic ice wine.  We hand pick and press frozen grapes in frigid weather to yield a trickle of sweet nectar with a stunning array of possible fruit flavors depending on the vintage.  Our 2016 Fiori -8 o Ice Wine is a full bodied explosion of sweetness and stone fruit flavors with a touch of locally made spirits for a smooth, warm finish.

Viticulture

Grapes.  81% Muscat Ottonel, 11% Riesling, 8% Vidal Blanc

Harvest date. December 15, 2016

Brix at harvest.  36.1o Muscat Ottonel, 39.6 o Riesling, 36.3 o Vidal Blanc

Viticulture notes.  Vidal Blanc is a French-American white wine grape developed by Jean Louis Vidal in France in the 1930s. Muscat Ottonel is a European Wine of the Muscat family, notable for its use in dessert wines; it has a light finish with a beautiful floral aromatic start. Riesling, a German grape, is one of the most versatile grapes grown in the Finger Lakes region. Throughout the season, our ice wine vines are not thinned to help maintain the high acidic nature that Finger Lakes grapes are known for. We produce our renowned -8 o Ice Wine using the authentic German Eiswein method leaving the grapes on the vine past normal harvest and into the winter. When the temperature dips below 18oF (-8oC) for the first time, usually in December or early January, we hand pick and press the frozen grapes outdoors.

Winemaking

Winemaker.  Matt Cassavaugh

Fermentation. Stainless steel at low temperature

Alcohol by volume. 17.5%

Residual sugar.  17.3%

IRF scale.  Sweet

Aging. Stainless steel

Bottling date. January 29th 2018

Bottle volume. 375ml

Production.  24 cases

Wine series.  Fiori/Winemaker

Vegan.  Yes

TTBID.  15071-001-000075

UPC.  0-89815-01723-6

Year first produced.  2015 (2013 vintage)

Winemaking notes. The frozen grapes are pressed together, outdoors in a classic basket press, producing a sweet syrup which we ferment at cool temperatures with special yeast to maintain a bright nose and beautiful aromas.  Fermentation proceeds very slowly, often persisting through the winter and into spring. Once the juice has fermented, we add locally made spirits into the finished product for its unique, warm finish.

Enjoying our Fiori -8 o Ice Wine

Availability. 

  • At our winery in Fairport
  • At CasaLarga.com for direct shipment to residences and workplaces in 40 states.

Aging. Store at cool temperature (approx.55º), out of direct sunlight.  As the wine ages in the bottle in your cellar, a tiny bit of air slowly percolates through the cork, which micro-oxygenates the wine, darkening the color slightly, eventually turning a beautiful gold hue.  Its flavors also slowly age, from bright fruit flavors like citrus, peach and pineapple, toward “darker” flavors like apricot, raisins and honey. In addition, the alcohol content of the wine enhances, adding a rich warmth to the end of the wine.     

Serving temp.  45-50ºF 

Tasting notes.  Our Fiori -8 Ice Wine is a lusciously sweet explosion of honey, apricot, and subtle apple notes followed by a long, warm, satisfying finish. 

Pairing suggestions.  Rich appetizers like blue-veined cheeses and foie gras; drizzled over cheesecake, Crème Brulee and ice cream, as well as fruit or nut pies.

Barrel Fermented Riesling

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2015 Barrel-Fermented Riesling

Estate Grown and Bottled
Finger Lakes

It took many years of experimentation and experience to produce this beautifully balanced and soft-textured dry Riesling.

Viticulture

Grape. 100% Riesling

Appellation. Finger Lakes

Harvest dates. October 17, 2015

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 Acacia wood barrels

Vintage. 2015

Alcohol by volume. 12%

Residual sugar. 0.1%

IRF sweetness scale. Dry

Aging. 7 months in Acacia wood barrels

Acidity. pH 2.9, TA 9.5 g/L

Bottling date. June 15, 2016

Production. 35 cases 750mL

Vegan. Yes

Casa Larga wine series. Winemaker

TTB ID.

UPC.

Year first produced. 2016

Winemaking notes. We employed several techniques to produce greater body, weight and roundness than is typical in dry Rieslings, and achieve a crisp yet balanced wine despite the total absence of residual sugar. This Riesling was fermented in acacia wood barrels, which were periodically moved into and out of a cooler to help maintain moderate fermentation speeds and temperatures. No malolactic fermentation was performed. After fermentation, the wine remained in barrels for 6 months on lees which was frequently stirred back into the wine. After aging, the wine was removed from the barrel, and quickly bottled to capture its youthful intensity.

Enjoying our Barrel-Fermented Riesling

Availability.

  • At our winery in Fairport
  • At www.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 is produced to be drunk young, crisp and fresh, i.e. within 2 years of bottling.

Serving temp. 55º-60ºF

Tasting notes. This exceptional dry Riesling was fermented and aged 7 months in Acacia wood barrels to add roundness and complexity to the wine’s lovely natural acidity. Bright on the nose, fruity and full in the mouth, and a touch spicy in the finish.

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

Muscat Ottonel Pétillant Naturel

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2017 Muscat Ottonel Pétillant Naturel

Sparkling Wine

Estate Grown and Bottled
Finger Lakes

Pétillant Naturel (meaning “naturally sparkling”) is a beautifully simple, centuries-old method of making lightly sparkling wines that are usually produced and enjoyed soon after harvest. Our Muscat Ottonel grapes, with their lovely fruit and floral aromas, are perfectly suited to this style of wine. “Pét-Nats” are bottled before fermentation is complete, leaving a small amount of sugar to ferment in the bottle, which adds light carbonation, a velvety texture and a slightly cloudy appearance to the wine.

Viticulture

Grape. 100% Muscat Ottonel

Harvest date. October 3, 2017 at 20º Brix

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. Begun in stainless steel tanks at low temperature; finished in bottle

Vintage. 2017

Alcohol by volume. 11.5%

Aging. Stainless steel

Residual sugar. 0.1%

IRF sweetness scale. Dry

Acidity. pH 3.4, TA 6.5 g/L

Bottling date. October 10, 2017

Production. 46 cases

Vegan. Yes

Casa Larga wine series. Winemaker

TTB ID. 17332-001-000681

UPC. 0-89817-01910-8

Year first produced. 2017

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. When the wine reaches 0.5 degrees Brix (about 15 g/L sugar), we bottle. Fermentation continues until the wine is bone dry. This ancient process involves no filtering, so the leftovers from fermentation (called “lees”) remain in the bottle and give Pét-Nats their characteristically hazy appearance.

Enjoying our Muscat Ottonel Pétillant Naturel 

Availability.

  • At our winery in Fairport
  • 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 is produced to be enjoyed young and fresh, i.e. within 1 year of bottling.

Serving temp. 45ºF

Tasting notes. Our dry, rustic Muscat Ottonel Pétillant Naturel has a fragrant floral nose, a soft citrus mid-palate, and a clean finish.  

Pairing suggestions. A delicious little apéritif, to enjoy both on its own and with tapas or savory hors-d’oeuvres.

Muscat Ottonel Late Pick

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2016 Muscat Ottonel Late Pick

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 that translate beautifully into naturally sweet dessert wine styles.

Viticulture

Grape. 100% Muscat Ottonel

Harvest date. November 1, 2016

Appellation. Finger Lakes

Viticulture notes. Muscat Ottonel is the first grape we pick each harvest, usually in mid-September. We also leave a small number of clusters on the vine. If our October weather cooperates, the grape berries will ripen further and desiccate slightly, but the skins will remain intact. Hand-picking these grapes in late October or early November allows us to produce a naturally sweet wine that is balanced beautifully by the Muscat Ottonel grape’s floral and citrus character.

Winemaking

Winemaker. Matt Cassavaugh

Fermentation. In stainless steel tanks at low temperature.

Vintage. 2016

Alcohol by volume. 7.5%

Aging. Stainless steel

Residual sugar. 5.0%

IRF sweetness scale. Sweet

Acidity. pH 3.6, TA 6.0 g/L

Bottling date. March 17, 2017

Production. 29 cases 375mL

Vegan. Yes

Casa Larga wine series. Winemaker

TTB ID. 17167-001-000087

UPC. 0-89800-00005-2

Year first produced. 2017

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 to capture the wine’s aromatic qualities at their peak.

Enjoying our Muscat Ottonel Late Pick

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 is produced to be drunk young, crisp and fresh, i.e. within 1 years of bottling.

Serving temp. 45ºF

Tasting notes. This soft and sweet Muscat Ottonel has a fragrant floral nose, a lovely citrus mid-palate, and a clean finish.  

Pairing suggestions. A delicious little apéritif, this wine is also a beautiful accompaniment to vegetarian sushi, bleu cheeses, and fresh fruit.

Cabernet Sauvignon – Sawmill Creek and Sunrise Hill

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2013 Cabernet Sauvignon Reserves

Sawmill Creek Vineyards
Sunrise Hill Vineyards
Finger Lakes

Our limited-production single-vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon reserves are delicious examples of our ability, developed over the past 20 years, to produce red wines with not only a classic tannic structure but also the Finger Lakes region’s signature berry notes and clean finish.  Tasted together, these two wines display the subtle differences between grapes of the same vintage produced by two premier growers.   

Viticulture

Grapes: Cabernet Sauvignon

Appellation: Finger Lakes
Harvest dates: Oct. 23, 2013 (Sawmill Creek); Oct. 29, 2013 (Sunrise Hill)

Viticulture Notes: Grapes wines were grown by our friends at Sawmill Creek Vineyards, Hector, NY and Sunrise Hill Vineyard, Interlaken, NY.     

Winemaking

Winemaker.  Matt Cassavaugh

Primary fermentation. In open containers. 

Malolactic fermentation.  Sequential.
Alcohol by volume. 13% (both wines)

Residual sugar. 0.1% (both wines)

IRF scale.  Dry

Aging. In oak barrels

pH.  3.5 (both wines)

TA.  5.8 g/L (Sawmill Creek); 5.9 g/L (Sunrise Hill)

Bottling dates.  December 4, 2015

Production. 70 cases (Sawmill), 75 cases (Sunrise)

Size.  750mL
Vegan.  Yes.

Wine series.  Winemaker 

UPCs.  0-89815-01762-5 (Sawmill Creek), 0-89800-00293-3 (Sunrise Hill)

Year first produced:  2016

Winemaking notes. Grapes from Sawmill Creek and Sunrise Hill were fermented separately in bins with twice or three times daily punch-downs to ensure proper tannin, color and flavor extraction.  The resulting wines then underwent malolactic fermentation to round out the mouth-feel.    

Enjoying our Cabernet Sauvignon reserve wines. 

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

Aging: Store at 55º-60ºF and out of direct sunlight. 

Ideal serving temperature:  60º 

Tasting notes (Sawmill Creek):  Fresh ground pepper, lavender and plums leap to the senses, and a strong tannic structure.

Tasting notes (Sunrise Hill):  This complex, well-structured wine exhibits a beautiful cherry nose, lively berry flavors, and a pleasant, toasty oak finish. 

Pairing suggestions.  Hearty beef dishes, aged bleu cheeses, fire-roasted vegetables, grilled chops, and dark chocolates.

Rosé of Pinot Noir

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2018 Rosé of Pinot Noir

Unoaked
Finger Lakes
Estate Grown & Bottled

Add a touch of style to light fare and warm weather gatherings with this crisp dry rosé of 100% Pinot Noir with elegant berry and cherry notes. 

Viticulture

Grapes.  100% Pinot Noir

Harvest date.  October 3, 2018

Appellation. Finger Lakes

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.

Alcohol by volume. 12.5%

Residual sugar. 0.7%

IRF scale.  Dry

Aging. In stainless steel tanks.

Acidity.  pH 3.5, TA 6.8 g/L

Bottling dates.  April 19, 2018

Production. 79 cases 750mL

Vegan.  Yes

Wine series.  Classic 

TTB ID.  17051-001-000185

UPC.  0-89816-00164-7

Year first produced:  2015

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 24 hours, a technique called “cold-soaking”.  We then direct-press, let the juice settle for 24 hours, rack, and ferment at cool temperature, into order to ensure the natural lightness and freshness of the wine. 

Enjoying our Rosé of Pinot Noir

Availability. 

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

Accolades. 

  • 2017 World Wine Championships, www.tastings.com (Beverage Testing Institute)
  • 2016 vintage:  91 Points, “Exceptional Wine”, 2017 World Wine Championships, www.tastings.com (Beverage Testing Institute)
  • 2015 vintage:  89 Points, 2016 World Wine Championships, www.tastings.com (Beverage Testing Institute)

Aging: Store at 50º-60ºF and out of direct sunlight.  This wine, like most unoaked wines, has been produced to be enjoyed while young and fresh, i.e. within roughly 2 years of bottling.

Serving temp:  About 50ºF 

Tasting notes.  This crisp dry rosé of 100% Pinot Noir has lively natural acidity and exhibits delicate berry and cherry notes. 

Pairing suggestions. Egg and cheese casserole, tuna sashimi, rice dishes, lamb tagine, grilled fish, fruit and goat cheese.

View Our 2018 Rosé of Pinot Noir Tech Sheet Here

Medium Sweet Riesling

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2015 Medium Sweet Riesling2017 Medium Sweet Riesling

Winemaker Matt Cassavaugh melded small batches of select grapes to create this delicious medium sweet Riesling with aromas of apples and stone fruits.

Viticulture

Grapes: 100% Riesling

Appellation: Finger Lakes

Viticulture notes: We hand-tend each Riesling vine 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: 11.5%

Residual sugar: 4.5%

IRF scale: Medium Sweet

Aging: In stainless steel tanks.

Acidity: pH 3.0, TA 8.9 g/L

Bottling dates: June 12, 2017

Production: 200 cases 750mL

Vegan: Yes

Wine series: Classic

TTB ID: 17036-001-000025

UPC: 0-89817-01753-1

Year first produced: 2014

Winemaking notes: Small lots of estate-grown fruit are picked separately at various levels of maturity and ripeness. We ferment each lot separately in stainless steel tanks using cool temperatures to preserve the aromatic integrity of the variety. Fermentation is closely monitored and arrested at a point where the residual grape sugars are balanced by the wine’s natural vibrant acidity. The individual batches, each with distinct characteristics, are then carefully blended to yield a complex wine displaying the nuances of each small lot. Finally, we bottle the wine young to preserve its freshness and liveliness.

Enjoying our Medium Sweet Riesling

Availability

  • At our winery in Fairport
  • At select wine retailers in greater Rochester and upstate NY
  • At CasaLarga.com for direct shipment to residences and workplaces in 40 states and DC.

Aging: Store at 45º-60ºF and out of direct sunlight. This wine, like most unoaked white wines, has been produced to be enjoyed while young and fresh, i.e. within roughly 2 years of bottling.

Serving temp: 50º-55ºF

Tasting notes: This delicious wine magically balances lively apple and stone fruit flavors with rich natural sweetness. Pairing suggestions. Hot and spicy dishes, blue-veined cheeses, and desserts.

Estate Block Rieslings

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2016 Estate Block Rieslings

Finger Lakes Estate Grown & Bottled

Riesling grapes naturally express the terroir in which they are grown.  They grow happily at Casa Larga,  producing delicious aromatic wines from crisp and dry to smooth and sweet, with beautiful natural acidity and a range of flavors from green apple to mineral.

Viticulture

Grapes: 100% Riesling

Appellation: Finger Lakes

Viticulture notes: We hand-tend each Riesling vine to enhance sun exposure and fruit ripening. Crop levels are closely controlled to allow the fruit to express maximum aromatic intensity and complexity.

Winemaking

Winemaker: Matt Cassavaugh

Fermentation: In stainless steel tanks at low temp.

Aging: In stainless steel tanks.

Bottling date: March 17, 2017

Vegan: Yes

CLV wine series: Winemaker

TTB ID: 17036-001-000025

Winemaking notes: Small lots of estate-grown fruit are picked and fermented separately in stainless steel tanks at cool temperatures to preserve the aromatic integrity of the variety. Fermentation is closely monitored and arrested at a point where the residual grape sugars are balanced by the wine’s natural vibrant acidity. We bottle the wine young to preserve its crisp and fresh character.

Enjoying our Estate Block Rieslings

Availability: At our winery; at CasaLarga.com for direct shipment to customers in 38 states.

Aging: Store at 45º-55ºF, out of direct sunlight. These wines are produced to be enjoyed while young and fresh (within about 2 years of bottling).

Serving temp: Approx. 50ºF

Estate Block 1 RieslingBlock 1

Harvest Date: October 6, 2016

ABV, pH, TA: 12.5%, 2.9, 9.3 g/L

Residual Sugar: 0.3% (Dry)

Production (cases): 46

UPC:  0-89800-01600-8

Tasting Notes: Block 1, the oldest section of our vineyard (1975), yields wines with more weight, balancing the natural acidity without residual sugar. This dry wine exhibits mineral notes that perfectly compliment fresh fish and shellfish served simply with lemon.

Block 2

Harvest Date: October 12, 2016

ABV, pH, TA: 11.5%, 3.0, 8.5 g/L

Residual Sugar: 3.1% (Medium Dry)

Production (cases): 46

UPC: 0-89800-01610-7

Tasting Notes: Block 2 (1980) is rockier than other parts of our vineyard. It produces lower-yielding vines with small berries and loose clusters which intensify flavors. The stone fruit notes of this lovely wine pair deliciously with ham, pork and turkey and their traditional sides.

Estate Block 4 Late Pick RieslingBlock 4 Late Pick

Harvest Date: November 2, 2016

ABV, pH, TA: 7.7%, 2.9, 8.9 g/L

Residual Sugar: 4.5% (Medium Sweet)

Production (cases): 40

UPC: 0-89800-01630-5

Tasting Notes: We delayed picking a small section of Block 4 until November. The result is this delicate sweeter Riesling reminiscent of Auslese, with a honeysuckle nose and pear on the mid-palate. Enjoy with hot and spicy dishes, blue-veined cheeses, and desserts.

Estate Block 5 RieslingBlock 5

Harvest Date: October 10, 2016

ABV, pH, TA: 11%, 3.0, 9.0 g/L

Residual Sugar: 1.5% (Medium Dry)

Production (cases): 44

UPC: 0-89800-01620-6

Tasting Notes: This wine exhibits the classically Riesling green apple notes that pair with a wide range of meats. Block 5 (2003), the youngest section our vineyard, slopes to the north. The less intense sun exposure that favors vibrantly aromatic grape varieties.