Casa Larga

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.

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.

Cab-Merlot

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Cab-MerlotThe classic flavor profile, smooth tannins, versatility with food and outstanding value of Cab-Merlot® have made it our perennial best-selling wine.

Viticulture

Grapes: 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Cabernet Franc, 15% Merlot

Appellation: Finger Lakes

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: 12.5%

Residual sugar: 0.2%

IRF scale: Dry

Aging: 14-18 months in a variety of oak barrels to add nuance and complexity.

Acidity: pH 3.5, TA 7.7 g/L

Bottle volume: 750ml

Bottling dates: January 12, 2018 & May 16, 2018

Production: 1204 cases

Vegan: Yes

Casa Larga wine series: Classic

TTBID: 16338-001-000072

UPC. 0-89800-00033-5

Year first produced: 2002

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. A blend is then created that maximizes the nuances of each grape while maintaining harmony. Cabernet Sauvignon provides much of the fruit character and tannin. Cabernet Franc adds spice, and Merlot provides additional body and dark berry notes. This blend is then racked back into barrels where it ages for up to several more months.

Enjoying our Cab-Merlot

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. While we produce Cab-Merlot to be enjoyably balanced shortly after bottling, the wine can continue to 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 have made this delicious blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Merlot our perennial best-selling wine.

Pairing suggestions: Grilled meats, dishes with red sauces, chocolates, cheddars and goudas.