Casa Larga

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.

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.

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.

American Oak Chardonnay

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2014 American Oak Chardonnay

Estate Grown and Bottled
Finger Lakes

White oak barrels bring intriguingly different flavors to wine depending on the wood’s origin.  We choose barrels with oak harvested from the forests of Missouri for our American Oak Chardonnay.  The natural oils in the wood help impart to the wine lovely aromas of vanilla and butter and a light citrus 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 American 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 American oak barrels.

Acidity.  pH 3.5, TA 6.4 g/L

Bottle volume. 750mL

Bottling dates.  September 29, 2016

Production. 42 cases 750mL

Vegan.  Yes

Wine series.  Winemaker

TTB ID.  16342-001-000356

UPC.  0-89800-00693-1

Year first produced:  2002

Winemaking notes. Chardonnay juice for this wine is fermented in 225-liter barrels of Missouri 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 up to 15 months.

Enjoying our American Oak Chardonnay

Availability. 

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

Aging: Store at a cool temperature (55º-60ºF) and out of direct sunlight.  This wine can age gracefully in the 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 American Oak Chardonnay features aromas of vanilla and butter and a light citrus finish.   

Pairing suggestions.  Chicken, pork, and pasta in creamy sauces, Caesar salad, salmon, and cheddar cheeses.