We served these delicious and easy-to-make truffles over Valentine's weekend, and they were a hit. The truffles paired beautifully with the Anglim 2005 Syrah, 2005 Best Barrel Blend, and 2006 Petite Sirah too! We used a lovely mild goat cheese from Vivant Fine Cheese, and bittersweet chocolate chips. Check out the recipe on Food Network courtesy of George Duran: Truffles

Our Anglim 2007 Mourvedre - Hastings Ranch Vineyard (our first varietal Mourvedre) is again receiving positive wine reviews!

• James Laube of Wine Spectator described the wine as "Firm and spicy, medium-to-full-bodied, notably peppery, with dried berry fruit and subtle earthy touches. This is elegant and stylish. 88 points."
  
• Tanzer's Josh Raynolds described it as "Fresh red berries and cherry on the nose, with complicating notes of dried flowers and licorice. Juicy, fresh red fruit flavors are framed by silky tannins and given lift by zesty minerality...This wine avoids the hardness that plagues many examples of this variety. 90 points."

Want to know what all the fuss is about? Order some today: Buy Mourvedre

Anglim will be joining Ecluse wines for an Artisan Monday Night Supper featuring our new Zinfandel, and Ecluse's Zinfandel-based blend, plus a special barrel sample or two. $38pp + wine flight ($tbd). For reservations: Artisan Paso Robles or (805) 237-8084.

Visit our downtown Paso Robles tasting room for a Valentine's Day weekend special pairing of Anglim wines with gourmet cheese and chocolate treats. Enjoy delights such as dark chocolate & brie panini and chocolate-goat cheese truffles paired with Anglim limited-release Petite Sirah, Mourvedre, Zinfandel, and more. 12pm - 4pm; $5 per person includes limited release tasting.

During the month of February, enjoy an additional 15% savings on our 2005 Syrah. This rich and smooth syrah is a blend from 2 Paso Robles vineyards, showing tobacco and blackberry with a hint of spice.  syrah lovers: check out our special $100 case deal too!

Our 2006 Grenache is loaded with cherry, raspberry, and spice, balanced by a nice smokiness on the nose. It was just honored with a GOLD medal from the San Francisco Chronicle Wine competition as well! Rediscover Grenache, and enjoy an extra 15% off this wine during the month of January. Wine Shop

The San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition recently honored Anglim with gold medals for our 2006 Grenache and 2007 Pinot Noir - Fiddlestix Vineyard, and a Silver for our 2007 Viognier - Bien Nacido Vineyard. Thank you judges!

Back by popular demand: Touch Down Town Progressive Football - Post Season Edition! Check out details on our events page...

Check out our Holiday Gift Packs, and take advantage of super prices PLUS shipping included, now through December 31st. Shopping and party-planning have never been easier!

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We're kicking off Harvest Wine Weekend at Anglim with our newest releases: Grenache Blanc and Mourvedre! Plus, join us downtown this weekend for tastings of our small-production Pinot Noirs, plus barrel samples of the long-awaited Cabernets.  Oh, and we'll have some case specials too, including the rock-star Syrah case deal!

We brought in the Hastings Ranch mourvedre just before the rains hit, and put daughter Stephanie to work on the sorting table -- a little something we call family fun!

Stop in the tasting room this weekend to taste the 2007 Hastings Ranch Vineyard Mourvedre -- our first 100% Mourvedre, and proving to be a crowd favorite!

Anglim Bien Nacido viognier came in today at well under 1 ton per acre.  Beautiful small clusters, color, and flavors. Steve pressed today; cold settling tonight.

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The 2009 Fiddlestix Pinot Noir is in, and looking pristine as always. Flavors and color both look excellent!

Picked Vista Creek Vineyard grenache today. Flavors are great! Fruit is soaking on malbec skins as we speak.

We picked Hasting Ranch Vineyard Roussanne & Viognier today for our "field blend" dessert wine -- out frist-ever white dessert wine. We'll see how it goes...

Visit Anglim's downtown Paso Robles tasting room for California Wine Month wine & cheese pairings featuring Anglim wines and California artisanal cheeses. This week's Pairing Package celebrates cousins:

• 2005 Syrah (98% Syrah, 2% Viognier) with Pozo Tomme, arich, nutty raw sheep's milk from Rinconada Dairy in Santa Margarita, and

• 2006 Petite Sirah - French Camp Vineyard with creamy Truffle Chevre from Paso Robles Cheese Co.

The Pairing Pack includes 3 bottles of each wine and a wedge of each cheese for $144 ($115.20 for wine club). Pairing Packs are available in the tasting room or online!

Stop by the tasting room for a look at the newest landscape pastels from Carol Timson Ball. This local artist does really beautiful work! On display now through September 30th.

Visit Anglim's downtown Paso Robles tasting room for California Wine Month wine & cheese pairings that celebrate the Golden State. Week 2's Pairing Package celebrates rhône-style blends and central coast cheeses:

• 2006 Cameo (Marsanne / Roussanne / Viognier white blend) with Tulare Cannonball, an edam-style cheese from Bravo Farms, and

• 2006 Cerise (Mourvedre / Grenache / syrah / Viognier red blend) with Goat Gouda, a a slightly nutty semi-hard cheese from Central Coast Creamery.

The Pairing Pack includes 3 bottles of each wine and a quarter pound of each cheese for $144 ($115.20 for wine club). Pairing Packs are available in the tasting room or online!

Sept. 1st - 30th, join Steve & Steffanie Anglim at our downtown Paso Robles tasting room for California Wine Month wine & cheese pairings that celebrate the Golden State. Each week we'll feature two artisan California cheeses from Vivant fine Cheese expertly matched with two Anglim wines & packaged at special discounts. Sample these fine local cheeses along with our boutique wines, and enjoy a taste of California!

Our first Pairing Package celebrates Grenache matched with two delightfully creamy cheeses:

• 2008 Rosé (a grenache-based blend) with Mt. Tam, a triple-cream from Cowgirl Creamery, and

• 2006 Grenache with Carmody, a semi-soft jersey cow cheese from Bellwether Farms.

The Pairing Pack includes 3 bottles each of the Rose and Grenache, and a quarter pound of each cheese for $117 ($93.60 for wine club). Pairing Packs are available in the tasting room or online!

Anglim Roussanne was featured  at the Central Coast Wine Classic as part of the Roussane & Marsanne Symposium, along with Alban, Buttonwood, Clos Solene, Curtis, Michaud, Qupe, Stolpman, Tablas Creek, Treana, and Zaca Mesa.  For more information: Central Coast Wine Classic

The Spring 2009 Winemaker's Club package is now being released, and includes 4 exciting new wines:

• 2007 Viognier - Bien Nacido Vineyard
• 2007 Pinot Noir - Bien Nacido Vineyard
• 2007 Pinot Noir - Fiddlestix Vineyard
• 2008 Rose

Watch for it!

“Great Food, Great Wine and a Great Cause” is the theme of this year’s fundraiser brunch for the Wellness Community, hosted by Anglim Winery on Sunday, May 17 from 10am-6pm.  “We have a special connection to the Wellness Community and are happy to help support the non-profit cancer support agency.  We will be donating 50% of the weekend sales from our 2008 Rosé and 2003 Reserve Syrah Best Barrel Blend, and 100% of the fee from our Festival Brunch, which is  $5 per person, and available Sunday from 10am until it’s gone!” explained, Steffanie Anglim.

The Wellness Community is a non-profit cancer support organization that offers free, professionally facilitated programs of support, education, and hope for people with cancer, cancer survivors and their loved one.  “Our hope is to continue to grow this event and do what we can to help raise funds and awareness for the Wellness Community, ” explained Steffanie Anglim, owner.   “Anglim’s generosity and commitment to helping people with cancer is so appreciated by everyone at The Wellness Community,” stated Christie Kelly, TWC’s Executive Director. “Plus, our supporters will thoroughly enjoy the great food, wine and atmosphere.” 

For more information about The Wellness Community’s free cancer support programs in San Luis Obispo and Monterey Counties, please call 805-238-4411.  For more information about Anglim Winery and Wine Festival weekend events: (805) 227-6813 or www.anglimwinery.com.

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Here is the latest praise for the Anglim 2006 Grenache from James Laube of Wine Spectator:  "An elegant style, with spicy raspberry and wild berry fruit that's full-bodied and well-proportioned, ending with a pleasant touch of earth and citrus. Drink now through 2012.  611 cases made. Scored 88 points --JL (Feb 28, 2009)"

This recognition of Anglim Winery is a nice addition to that received for our Rhône varities from Robert Parker earlier in the year, including selection of this Grenache (along with the 2006 Viognier) as a "California Top Value Wine." 

Many thanks to Mr. Laube for the kind review!

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Check our events section for new wine dinners this monrth and next!

All of us at Anglim wish you a wonderful holiday and a prosperous 2009!

Please note that UPS will not be picking up any shipments December 25 or 26; as such, orders for New Year's Eve being shipped outside California should be shipped no later than Dec. 24th to avoid express delivery charges.  Orders for shipment within California should be received by Monday, December 29th before 2pm.  Thank you!

We're getting into the holiday spirit here at Anglim with three gift sets showcasing our Rhône varietals and blends at special holiday prices -- plus FREE shipping. Choose a 3, 6, or 12-bottle assortment, each including Winemaker tasting notes and a personalized, hand-written card.  AND, if your total order includes 12 bottles or more, we're offering a true steal -- a case of our 2004 Syrah for only $100!  That's just $8.33 per bottle...I know -- too much eggnog...

Orders may be placed on our website or by telephone at (805) 227-6813.

Need to send Corporate gifts?  Let us help you customize a package for your business, from personalized notes to collateral and more.  Call Steffanie at (805) 227-6813 for details.

Happy Holidays!

Steve and Steffanie Anglim

Anglim received some terrific reviews from Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar in the Nov/Dec. 2008 - Focus on the Central Coast issue:

• 2006 Anglim Winery Cerise French Camp Vineyard Paso Robles ($24; 39% mourvedre, 32% grenache, 25% syrah and 4% viognier) "...Exotically perfumed bouquet of red berries, incense, blood orange and apricot(!). Tangy and pure...There's an elegance and precision here that reminded me of pinot noir." Scored 90.
    
• 2005 Anglim Winery Grenache Paso Robles ($24) "..Spicy red berries and cherry on the nose, with subtle floral and smoked meat nuances. Pinot noir-like in texture, with silky red berry flavors, gentle tannins and slow-building warmth."  Scored 88
  
  
• 2005 Anglim Winery Best Barrel Blend Paso Robles ($32; 45% each of mourvedre and syrah, with 10% grenache) "...Smoky, perfumed bouquet of blackberry, cassis, dried flowers and musky herbs. Juicy dark berry flavors are suave and surprisingly understated...This is quite sexy."  Scored 90.

Our Fall 2008 Winemaker's Club package is shipping this week, and wll be available for pick-up at the tasting room beginning Friday, October 31st.  For those that have been waiting patiently, we're pleased to reveal that the 2006 Gorgeous late-harvest, port-style Syrah will be in the mix, along with our newest Grenache (a Wine Advocate "Top California Value Wine"), Roussanne, Syrah, Petite Sirah, and new Rhone blend called Cerise.  Packages include a special "treat" from our newest Club partner; call the tasting room for details! 

Not yet a member?  Click here to find out more!

Harvest Wine Weekend starts October 17th, and we're all celebrating!  Anglim will be open 10am - 6pm throughout the weekend.  On Friday, October 17, we're opening the library for a very limited tasting of our inaugural 2002 vintage, the ever-popular 2003 Syrahs, and even a bottle or two of our first release of the Fiddlestix Pinot Noir.  Steve might even dig out some home wines just for fun...You do not want to miss this!  $5 per person; complimentary for Winemaker's Club.  For more information on the weekend festivities, see our Events listing or call us at (805) 227-6813.

Anglim's 2006 Viognier - Bien Nacido Vineyard and 2006 Grenache made Robert Parker's list of Top Value Wines in California" in the newest edition of The Wine Advocate (#178).  Both wines retail for $24, and are available direct from the winery and at select retailers and restaurants.

Wine Spectator editor James Laube reviewed the Anglim 2006 Pinot Noir - Fiddlestix Vineyard for the September Pinot Noir Report, and had the following to say: 

"Savory fresh earth, clay, dried cherry and wild berry fruit is balanced and complex, with touches of anise, sage and mineral. Very complete. Drink now through 2011. 151 cases made. –JL"

The score of 87 points is the highest rating given to a Fiddlestix Vineyard Pinot Noir for the 2006 vintage, and one of the highest overall for the South County.  Thank you, Mr. Laube!

Announcing the new releases of our much anticipated 2007 Rosé of Pinot Noir and our 2006 Zinfandel-St. Peter of Alcantara, as well as "last call" for our 2005 Petite Sirah!

• Our 2007 Rosé of Pinot Noir is a beautifully fresh and floral dry rosé from the Fiddlestix and Bien Nacido Vineyards, showing cherry, strawberry, violets and a hint of spice. With only 56 cases produced and 14 of those already on their way to Georgia, consider this your first and potentially last call.
  Price: $15/bottle, $153/case (15% discount) Club: $12/bottle, $144/case
  
  
• Our 2006 Zinfandel-St. Peter of Alcantara is richer and darker than the 2005, with smokey overtones, black plum, currant and spice. Steffanie calls it "brooding..."
  Price: $24/bottle, $244.80/case (15% discount)Club: $19.20/bottle, $230.40/case
  
  
• Finally, we're down to less than 20 cases of our 2005 Petite Sirah. If you recall, this wine tastes of cedar, black cherries and black pepper; Steffanie thinks she smells cumin too... A fun value wine for those summer BBQs.
  Price: $18/bottle, $172.80/case (15% discount)Club: $14.40/bottle, $172.80/case

Anglim earned high marks for several current releases in the recent issues of The Wine Advocate:

• 2006 Viognier - Bien Nacido Vyd, 90 points
• 2006 Cameo, 89 points
• 2005 Best Barrel Blend, 86 points

As always, we are thrilled to be included among the Central Coast Rhone Rangers reviewed by Mr. Parker, and appreciate the kind feedback!

Anglim earned gold medals for our 2005 Zinfandel and 2005 Grenache at the 2008 San Francisco International Wine Competition, one of the largest and most prestigious competitions held.  Thank you, judges!

The Spring 2008 Winemaker's Club package will begin shipping next week, April 14th.  The package includes:

• 2006 Cameo (Rhone white blend)
• 2006 Viognier - Bien Nacido Vineyard
• 2005 Best Barrel Blend (Rhone red blend)
• 2005 Cabernet Franc
• 2006 Pinot Noir - Fiddlestix Vineyard

Club members will receive special pre-release pricing on the Pinot Noir now through May 15th, 2008.  For details, please call Steffanie or Maren at (805) 227-6813 or email wineclub@anglimwinery.com.  To join, click here.

Anglim received a "perfect score" at the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition, with all wines submitted receiving medals, including a Gold for our 2005 Viognier - Fralich Vineyard.  Thank you to all who judged!  You can taste our medal-winning wines at the Chronicle Public Tasting on February 16th at Fort Mason.  For complete results and ticket information:  www.winejudging.com

Wine writer and judge Laura Ness has kind words for the Anglim 2005 Viognier - Bien Nacido Vineyard.  Read the review

Wishing you health, happiness, and great wine in 2008!

Anglim Holiday Hours:

• Dec. 23:  12pm - 5:30pm
• Dec. 24:  11am - 3pm
• Dec. 25 - 26: Closed
• Dec. 27 - 29: 11am - 5:30pm
• Dec. 30: 12pm - 5:30pm
• Dec. 31 - Jan 2: Closed
• Jan. 3:  Resume normal hours Thursday - Monday 11am - 5:30pm except Sundays 12pm - 5:30pm

Seems that Mr. Laube stumbled upon our Anglim 2005 Roussanne at the Carneros Inn in Napa, noting:  "This was my first introduction to this rich, spicy ginger- and citrus-laced wine, and it was one of the best I've had."  We're of course pleased that he liked it...

For the full post, log on to www.winespectator.com and go to Blogs for James Laube Unfined; must be a subscriber.

Anglim wines have received some favorables and notable reviews of late.  Check out the nice write-up by Dr. Deb at Good Wine Under $20, as well as:

• 2006 Rosé - 90 points from Ken's Wine Guide; 89 points from Anthony Dias Blue
• 2005 Viognier - Fralich Vineyard - Gold medal, Orange County Fair
• 2004 Syrah - 90 points from Ken's Wine Guide;

What a party!  Thanks to all who stopped by to see us, both in the park and the tasting room.  And special thanks to the 2007 Anglim "Crew":  Carol, Gerry, Rick, Barb, Pete, Teresa, Chris, Angi, Maren and Sofia.  We had a great time!  Check out some pictures:  Photos

Winemaker Steve Anglim will appear on May 11 on the nationally-sydicated radio program, What's Cookin' on Wine.  Join Sommelier and General Manager of the Napa Rose Restaurant, Michael Jordan, and legendary wine Journalist Robert Lawrence Balzer, as they discuss the finest wines from around the globe. Broadcasting live from the Napa Rose restaurant at the Disneyland California Resort in Anaheim, Fridays 6-7pm PST.  for more information, and to listen on-line: http://www.crni.net.

Anglim Winery is pleased to announce that Ultimate Distributors of Atlanta, Georgia will now represent the winery in Georgia distribution.  “Ultimate possesses the right combination of expertise and experience, coupled with a shared passion for fine wine,” said owner and winemaker Steve Anglim.  "We're very excited to have our wines represented in Georgia."  For more information on availability of Anglim wines in Georgia, contact Ultimate Distributors at 404.355.9893 or http:///www.ultimatedistributors.com.

Anglim will preview barrel samples of its first production Zinfandel this weekend in conjunction with the Paso Robles Zinfandel Festival.  Winemaker Steve Anglim will be pouring barrel samples of three blends, and allowing visitors to vote for their favorite.  One lucky voter will win a free case of the final blend. 

Taste the new Zin and other Anglim offerings at their downtown tasting room (8th and Pine Streets), and at the Zinfandel Festival Grand Tasting.

Winemaker Steve Anglim will spend February on the road at tastings and dinners across the US.  See our Events section for more information.

Anglim Winery spent a week in San Diego in conjunction with the San Diego Bay Wine & Food Festival, doing everything from tastings to cooking seminars and delicious winemaker dinners. Thank you to all who attended!  Events (and the fantastic menus) are below; we encourage you to visit these restaurants when you are in the area.

Cuvee Winemaker Dinner: Winemaker Steve Anglim was on hand at Cuvee, Del Mar (858-259-5878 or http://www.cuveerestaurant.com) for a sumptuous wine country meal paired with Anglim wines. The Menu:

• Ahi Poke w/Pears, shiso, soy and scallion over crispy wonton - Anglim ’04 Santa Barbara Viognier
• California Seafood Stew w/shrimp, scallops, and swordfish - Anglim ’05 Rose’ of Syrah
• Chipotle marinated duck breast over cranberry bean, corn and potato succotash - Anglim ’04 Grenache
• Braised lamb shank with wild mushroom risotto - Anglim ’03 Fralich Syrah
• Chocolate Bread Pudding - Anglim ’04 Late Harvest Syrah

San Diego Bay Wine & Food Festival Cooking Class - Autumn Harvest with Chef Augie: Anglim was fortunate to pair with Chef Augie Saucedo of The Shores Restaurant La Jolla (858-456-0600 or http://www.theshoresrestaurant.com) in a cooking demonstration of harvest foods. The Menu:

• Baked Brie Stuffed Portobello Mushroom: Red Onion Grape Marmalade, Spoon Spinach, Prosciutto (Anglim 2005 Roussanne)
• Garlic Studded Roast Leg of Lamb: Goat Cheese Twice Baked Potato, Warm Green Bean Salad with Honey Glazed Shallots, Cardamom Sauce (Anglim 2003 Reserve Syrah - Best Barrel Blend)
• Apple Blackberry Cobbler Crunch (Anglim 2005 Viognier - Bien Nacido Vineyard)

Azul Winemaker Dinner: Located on fashionable Prospect Street, Azul La Jolla (858-454-9616 or http://www.azul-lajolla.com) offers some of the best views and finest dining in Southern California, and was recently named an Award of Excellence winner by Wine Spectator. The Menu

• First Course, paired with Roussanne 2005, Paso Robles: Lemongrass Cured Salmon Grav Lax & Goat Cheese Terrine with Cinnamon Apple Slaw
• Second Course, paired with Viognier 2003, Fralich Vineyards: Fennel Crusted Atlantic Sea Scallops with Arugula Salad & Pineapple Carpaccio
• Intermezzo: Mojito Lime Sorbet
• Third Course, paired with Rosé of Syrah 2005, Paso Robles: Prosciutto Wrapped Quail with Ginger Apricot Bruschetta & Strawberry Balsamic Saba
• Fourth Course, paired with Grenache 2004, Paso Robles: Mustard Crusted Lamb Loin with Morel Mushrooms & Black Current Glace
• Entrée, paired with Syrah 2003, Fralich Vineyards: Cocoa Braised Short-Ribs with Maple Mashed Potatoes & Nutmeg Roasted Root Vegetables
• Dessert, paired with 2004 Late Harvest Syrah: Cuban Chocolate Pot De Creme with Black Cherry Syrup & Vanilla Bean Shortbread

The 2005 Anglim Roussanne received a very nice review from Anthony Dias Blue in Patterson's Beverage Journal (October 2006), scoring 90 points.

The International Wine Review gave high marks to all three Anglim syrahs.  The 2003 Syrah - Fralich Vyd. received a score of 89 points, and was described as a "light-bodied offering of ripe red currant fruit and savory spices."  The 2003 Syrah - French Camp Vyd. (88 pts.) was recognized for it "sweet blueberry and blackberry bouquet...richly textured mouth feel...and smoky oak nuances on the finish."  The 2003 Reserve Syrah - Best Barrel Blend scored 90 points for its "medium-bodied palate of lovely black and cassis fruits, notes of pepper and vanilla bean, outstanding balance and a solid finish."  For the full review, and a terrific discussion of California syrah, see:  International Wine Review Report #4 Syrah: California and the Northwest-Red, Hot and Cool. (www.i-winereview.com)

805 Living's tasting panel selected not one but two Anglim wines as part of their Top 20.  The Anglim 2004 Roussanne was described as "elegant and balanced."  Of the 2003 Reserve Syrah - Best Barrel Blend, they said:  "...this full-bodied red is 'balanced with a hint of chocolate.' It also features a nice long finish.  Drink it now.  Drink it later.  Doesn't really matter because it'll only get better with time."  For the full article, see the June 2006 issue of 805 Living, page 110.

Described as "both discreet and exquisite" the 2004 Anglim Roussanne was among a small group of wines recommended for pairing with Gourmet's Simply Seasonal Menu of grilled salmon (Gourmet, July 2006, pg. 68).  Thank you to Gerald Asher and all the folks at Gourmet!

Anglim Winery's 2003 Syrah - Best Barrel Blend Reserve was awarded a Critics Platinum in the 2006 Critics Challenge International Wine Competition.  Judge Leslie Sbrocco described the wine as "Red hot Syrah!  Old-world elegance with earthy complexity, a peppery kick and fresh red berry fruit notes."  Thank you, Leslie, and all the judges at Critics Challenge!

Other Anglim Wines were also honored, including:  2003 Grenache - Critics Platinum (sold out); 2003 Syrah - French Camp Vineyard - Critics Gold.

As in year's past, Paso Robles Wine Festival weekend was truly a family affair at Anglim Winery.  Steffanie's family flew in from literally all over the country to pour wine in the park and at the tasting room.  After a raucous Winemaker dinner Friday night, the crew work long and hard Saturday showcasing Anglim wines to both new and returning customers.  Special thanks to Mom & Dad, Kevin & Shanacee, Peter & Teresa, Penny, and Chris for their hard work and great company!

Anglim's 2003 Syrah - Best Barrel Blend Reserve was awarded a Double Gold medal at Vineyard & Winery Management magazine's West Coast Wine Competition.  With a field of over 1,680 entries from California to Australia, the judges awarded a total of 33 Double Gold, 160 Gold, 507 Silver, and 426 Bronze medals.  Three other Anglim wines also received honors.