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Experience Premium Wines at The Terraces
The Terraces is a family-owned winery rooted in over 140 years of continuous winegrowing heritage. Established in 1881, our Rutherford estate combines historic vineyards with sustainable farming practices, producing premium wines that reflect the unique terroir of Napa Valley. Our commitment to biodiversity and radical inclusion shapes every aspect of our operations, from vineyard management to crafting food-friendly wines. We prioritize hands-on, personalized experiences, offering curated tastings and tours led by owners or winemakers. Our dedication to environmental stewardship is evident in practices like composting, habitat restoration, and organic soil amendments.With a focus on authenticity, we produce wines that emphasize freshness and drinkability rather than over-extraction. Our estate-grown Cabernet Sauvignon, Zinfandel, and rare varietals like Falanghina and Chenin Blanc showcase our passion for viticultural diversity. The Terraces also produces heirloom cider and traditional balsamic vinegar, extending our craft beyond wine. As stewards of this historic land, we strive to leave it in better condition than we found it. Our wine club fosters a community of enthusiasts who support our mission while enjoying exclusive benefits and events.
Services
Wine Tasting
Vineyard Tours
Wine Club Membership
Estate Cabernet Sauvignon
Heirloom Cider Production
Balsamic Vinegar Aging
Private Events
Sustainable Farming Consultation
Artisan Wine Production
Wine Education Tours
Highlights and features
- We practice sustainable farming with a diverse ecosystem of vineyards, orchards, and habitats.
- We offer personalized owner-led tastings with over 140 years of winegrowing expertise.
- Our estate wines reflect the unique rhyolite-rich terroir of Napa Valley's Rutherford AVA.
- We produce rare varietals like Falanghina and Chenin Blanc alongside heritage Zinfandel.
- Our wine club provides exclusive access to limited releases and private events.
What people say
Personalized tasting experience
Beautiful vineyard setting
Exceptional wine quality
Knowledgeable staff
Unique balsamic vinegar
Services
Wine Tasting
Our curated tastings feature estate wines paired with insights about our 140-year heritage. Guests enjoy personalized sessions led by owners or winemakers, exploring terroir-driven Cabernet Sauvignon, Zinfandel, and rare varietals. The experience includes vineyard views and stories about our sustainable practices.
Vineyard Tours
Guided tours explore our 113-acre ranch, including historic stone terraces, organic gardens, and biodiversity initiatives. Visitors learn about our rhyolite-rich soil's impact on wine quality and see bee habitats, orchards, and art installations. The 4WD tour includes stops at our 'ghost' winery and Acetaia.
Wine Club Membership
Our wine club offers exclusive access to limited releases, including small-lot varietals and library vintages. Members receive discounts, invitations to private events, and curated shipments three times yearly. Two tiers accommodate different preferences, with customization options for red or white wine focus.
Balsamic Vinegar Aging
We age traditional balsamic vinegar in Modena-style wooden barrels using a solera system. This decades-long process creates complex, syrupy vinegar available exclusively to club members. Each batch blends heritage techniques with California ingredients, reflecting our terroir in every drop.
Sustainable Farming Consultation
We share our sustainable practices through consultations, covering biodiversity planting, organic soil management, and habitat restoration. Our approach integrates vineyard operations with ecosystem health, demonstrating how ecological balance improves wine quality and land longevity.
People
Timm Crull
Proprietor
Timm Crull, co-proprietor, transitioned from IBM engineering to winemaking in 1993. He manages vineyards and winemaking at The Terraces, combining technical precision with artisanal craft. His background includes founding Watermark Press and Berkeley's 'gourmet ghetto' experiences.
Sharon Crull
Proprietor
Sharon Crull, co-proprietor, practiced commercial litigation before joining The Terraces. She oversees winery operations and contributes to Napa Valley's agricultural community through farming and local governance. Her interests include sustainable food production and Italian cultural connections.
Questions
What makes The Terraces' wines unique?
Our wines reflect the rhyolite-rich terroir of Rutherford, with sustainable farming practices and minimal intervention in winemaking.
Can I visit the vineyard without a reservation?
Reservations are required for all visits to ensure personalized attention and maintain our intimate experience.
What sustainability practices do you employ?
We use composting, habitat restoration, organic amendments, and biodiversity planting to maintain ecological balance.
Do you offer group tastings?
We host groups of up to five visitors with personalized owner-led tastings by appointment.
What other products do you produce besides wine?
We craft heirloom cider from 40+ apple varieties and age traditional balsamic vinegar in Modena-style barrels.
How can I join your wine club?
Visit our website to select membership tiers, including Release Club or Friends of the Farm Club options.
Reviews (4)
Jeff
Nov 19, 2021
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Amazing unique experience. Audrey is absolutely hands down the greatest hostess we've had the pleasure of meeting.
Wonji C.
Nov 06, 2021
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If you like unique tasting experience with a small family winery, Terraces has to be one of the top choices! But also for anyone visiting Napa. Winery is owned by husband and wife and tour/tasting is run by them and their assistant winemaker. Tour starts with a ride on a 4wd through their beautiful property and vineyards and it was so fun! I liked every single wine we tasted and taking home 3 bottles was not hard, we actually ended up buying more than 3. More wineries based on views, price, varietals atfinevining.com
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Cute for pictures: 4/5
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Todd Rosenthal
Jul 25, 2021
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The Terraces is an amazing place to visit!!! I would highly recommend for anyone visiting Napa that wants a solid, laid back tour and/or tasting. Sharon took us on a quick tour in an ATV and then walked us thru tasting various wines. It was a personalized experience on a lovely outdoor deck to enjoy the amazing Napa weather.
Wayne Walker
Apr 25, 2021
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This small, family owned winery is a gem, hidden in the mountains off Silverado Trail. This is our favorite Napa Valley winery. They grow their own grapes, have an amazing story and the experience is low key, friendly and not rushed. The wines are wonderful. We own at least 4 different wines from the Terraces and will add a couple of new ones this year. The visit is perfect, the wine is excellent and the price is reasonable.
