Autry Cellars
5450 Edna Rd
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Hours:
- Monday11:00 am-5:00 pmOpen
- Tuesday11:00 am-5:00 pmOpen
- Wednesday11:00 am-5:00 pmOpen
- Thursday11:00 am-5:00 pmOpen
- Friday11:00 am-5:00 pmOpen
- Saturday11:00 am-5:00 pmOpen
- Sunday11:00 am-5:00 pmOpen
Winery
Located at the entrance of Highway 227 Autry Cellars is the only distillery in the region. This is a family run operation with a production of 500 cases per year. Ask your tasting representative for more information on the wine making process, production and storage occurs onsite. The grappa at this location is made from Viognier skins and the brandy is made from apples. Tasting fee is $10 for wine and $5 for distilled spirits. The viewing deck has a wonderful panorama of Edna Valley. Outside food and pats on a leash are welcome in the patio areas. Featured in this review is winemaker Steve Autry and his cat, “Muscat.” You may recognize Mr. Autry, he is a local musician and currently part of the band, “Local Vocals.” This location is also part of our Distillery Trail that begins in Paso Robles.
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Tasting Fee$15.00
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For your Wine Adventure:
AppellationEdna Valley AVA
Wine MakerSteve Autry
Outdoor Seating: 13
Indoor Seating: 4
Current Releases
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Brandy American Barrel FinishedFeaturing a tasty warmth with sweetness imparted by American oak, this light straw-colored brandy is made from a variety of carefully-selected grapes and wines benefitting from five passes through a pot still and two years in the barrel,. Expect light pastry flavors and aromas along with vanilla, custard, and spice with maple influences and a nice lingering finish.
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Brandy Hungarian Barrel FinishedThis seductive brandy features an enticing character with caramel and vanilla flavors and hints of caramel, maple syrup, and baking bread on the nose. Aging in denser French oak with a medium toast and untoasted heads yields a distinctive brandy that’s deeper, richer, and creamier with more mid-palate flavors.
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2009 Cabernet FrancThe wine opens up at mid-palate with lingering hints of cherry. There are slight nuances of ginger, cedar, and clove on the finish. The acidity works well with bold food pairings. This wine will help you appreciate dishes like chicken Marsala, London broil, smoked meats, or stir-fry.
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2009 Cabernet Franc ReserveAn enticing cherry-almond hazelnut nose welcomes you to this slightly minty cherry jubilee. The structural tannins support a full mid-palate, yielding to hints of dark chocolate and molasses at the finish. The mintiness comes from the famous sessile French oak Quercus petraea grown in northeast Hungary. Pairs well with savory cheeses, smoked meats, duck confit, or cassoulet.
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2012 Cabernet Franc ReservePrepare to be captivated by our delightful 2012 Cabernet Franc Reserve as it tempts you with the flavor and aromas of cherry and hints of cedar. Warm summer days and cool evenings encourage slow ripening and enhance development of the fruit. The acidity of this wine makes it great for pairing with foods like savory cheeses and smoked meats.
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2012 Cabernet SauvignonThis lovely Bordeaux entices with aromas of cherry, raspberry, vanilla, and black current. You’ll appreciate notes of berry, plum, and chocolate with a hint of black pepper, leading to a delightful caramel-vanilla finish. Pair with smoked meats, roasted game, hearty legume, or mushroom dishes, aged cheeses, and chocolate.
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2010 Cabernet SauvignonCherry, raspberry, and vanilla aromas with a touch of black currant lead the way with this rich, smooth Bordeaux, caressing the mid- palate with its soft tannic structure. Experience bright berries, plum, boysenberry, and chocolate. Plays nicely with roast, smoked meats, hearty legume or Portobello dishes, aged cheeses, or dark chocolate.
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2014 Chardonnay ReserveOur pale gold 2014 Chardonnay Reserve offers intense aromas of succulent white peaches, apricot, tropical fruits, and honeycomb, with intoxicating fruit flavors beguiled by aftertastes of vanilla and coconut. Grown in John Silva’s private Edna Valley vineyard and hand harvested by Steve.
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2012 ForteOur Forte is a ruby port-style dessert wine made from Petite Sirah/ grabbing your eye with its deep garnet color and tickling your nose with black cherry and a touch of cola. Its flavor profile is rich with notes of plum, black currant, and briar fruit. Pair with chocolate mousse, cheesecake with fruit reduction, or Roquefort cheese drizzled with orange honey.
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GrappaA delightful creation from 2013 Viognier skins and juice remaining at pressing, our Grappa delights with its flowery nose and interesting combination of spice and herbaceousness. Two passes through a fractionating still allow isolating the very best flavors and aromas, providing an inherent smoothness, roundness, and suppleness uncharacteristic of many Grappas.
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2015 Group Improv RoséFeaturing an equal blend of Merlot, Petite Sirah/ Primativo, Tannat, and Tempranillo grapes, the harmonious makeup of this delightful wine is not dominated by any one player. Rather, each member of the ensemble rises to solo together, a style known as group improvisation. In this spirit, we introduce our ‘Group Improve’…Autry Cellars’ first rosé wine.
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2012 MalbecThis fruit-forward wine beckons with bright cherry and boysenberry aromatics that lead to a black cherry and plum mid-palate, with piccolo notes of vanilla and anise and an underlying hint of dark chocolate. Pairs well with a wide variety of foods including shrimp scampi, Stroganoff, grilled meats, roasted lamb, and spicy Cajun or Indian cuisine.
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2010 MerlotSoft and mature, our 2010 Merlot presents with the enticing aroma of brandied cherries spiced with cedar and sweetened with hints of vanilla. Its firm tannic structure supports flavors of cherry and plum with lots of briar fruit and notes of caramelized sugar cane, toffee, and cinnamon. Pairs well with grilled meats, savory cheeses, roast pork, hearty soups, and stews.
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2012 MerlotOur rich, full-bodied 2012 Merlot appeals to your senses with tastes of cherry, boysenberry, caramel, vanilla, and chocolate. Enjoy a long, mouthwatering finish with a caramel, vanilla, and cherry nose that pulls you into the glass. Handpicked and grown in the El Pomar District near Paso Robles with its distinct warm days and cool evenings.
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2010 Petite SirahDark and dangerous, our 2010 Petite Sirah greets you with fragrances of black cherry, cola, tobacco, and leather. Then there’s a soft decadence to the purple-velvet mouthfeel that tempts you to go a little deeper, where you’re met with notes of plum, black currant, and briar fruit. Pair with beef, game, hearty stews, Italian cuisine, or other big, spicy foods.
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2011 Petite SirahAromas of black cherry, blueberry, and a tickle of spice beckon you to jump into our intense and full bodied 2011 Petite. The mid-palate explodes with blueberry, plum, blackcurrant, and cola, with a hint of dark chocolate and pepper spice. Smooth caramel and vanilla provide a satisfying finish. Pair with rich, spicy entrees like game, roast, BBQ, savory cheeses or Italian cuisine.
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2010 Pinot NoirThis pretty, garnet-color wine opens with cedar and raspberry on the nose. There is a nice acid balance in the middle, with lots of red fruit and berries prominent. The dusky finish has subtle hints of smoke and orange zest. This is a fully mature wine, ready to enhance your meal centered around pork, smoked salmon, savory cheeses or hearty soups.
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2012 Pinot NoirOur full-bodied, dark-garnet Pinot opens with cedar, raspberry, and mineral aromas. The mid-palate is complex, with plum, cherry, redcurrant, and cranberry prominent, plus subtle touches of earth and bay leaf leading to a finish velvety with vanilla, caramel, and cinnamon. Delightful with pork, savory poultry dishes, smoked salmon, mushrooms, or hearty soups.
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2011 Pinot Noir ReserveOur captivating Pinot delights your nose with aromas of raspberries, blackberries, and baking spices. Your palate is caressed by a velveteen mouthfeel as you’re basking in intense fruit-reduction flavors of plum and dark berries, with a suggestion of dark chocolate and an intriguing touch of cinnamon. Rich toffee notes give way to a smooth, lingering caramel-vanilla finish.
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2013 Sauvignon BlancYou’ll appreciate the beautiful clear gold color and firm mouthfeel of our well-balanced, full-bodied Sauvignon Blanc right away, then encounter a medley of tangy citrus, sweet pineapple, and summer stone fruit with a lingering finish of caramel, vanilla, and minty spiciness. Break this one out at a barbeque or tailgater, or grab spicy Thai or Mexican take-out on the way home.
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2012 SyrahOur 2012 Syrah presents with a rich ruby color and briar fruit, plum, and leather aromas. The mid-palate is a complex medley of plum, dark cherry, wild blackberry, dark chocolate, pepper, and other spices. The smooth caramel-vanilla finish lingers in the mouth. Always good with hearty meals, grilled meats, barbeque, lamb, game, chili, or other spicy dishes.
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2012 Tertian HarmonyInviting aromas of berries, cherry, and oak welcome you to this full-bodied Bordeaux-style blend. Deep and complex, it yields notes of cherry, plum, pomegranate, and dark chocolate, with a long and lingering finish rich with caramel, vanilla, and oak. A silky-smooth mouthfeel makes each sip a pleasure. An elegant companion to prime rib, steak, lamb, and aged cheeses.
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2013 ViognierViognier is prized for its aromatics, and ours does not disappoint. Peach, pear, green apple, and violet notes dominate the floral bouquet. The mid-palate is rich with fruit—white peach, apricot, and apple—enhanced by just a slight nuttiness. The wine shades to a smooth vanilla-caramel-coconut finish. Pairs beautifully with fish, shellfish, poultry, salads, and mellow cheeses.
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2014 ViognierClear and golden with gorgeous floral, apple, and stone fruit aromas, our 2014 Viognier is sure to delight. Green apple, apricot, and honey flavors are accented by the bright acidity of the wine and a touch of vanilla and coconut at the finish, with everything in perfect balance. Pair with seafood, poultry, shellfish, spicy Thai or Indian food, salads, and light cheeses.
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2011 Zinfandel ReserveSavor our full-bodied, deep garnet-colored Zin as it opens with aromas of dark berries, cedar, pepper, and other spices. Assertive tannins and bright acidity provide a perfect framework for rich flavors of briar fruit, plum, tart cherry, and blackcurrant accented with piquant pepper spice, with a lovely sweet oak at the finish. Plays nicely with spicy barbecue or smoked herbed pork.