Thacher Winery

Low intervention & native ferment wines, handcrafted by owner/ winemaker Sherman Thacher.

  • About
  • Wines Produced
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  • About


    We are a family-owned and operated, authentic wine producer located in one of the world's most superb wine-growing regions and fueled by some of the most talented people. We strive to craft elegant wines with nuance rather than sheer power. We utilize and grow diverse varietals from exceptional vineyards. Wines are made with minimal intervention; the fruit, acid, and tannins are balanced naturally. Thacher wine is produced using only native yeast and bacteria, minimal effective SO2, and is crafted without added enzymes, water, acids, tannins, or nutrients. We embrace the inconsistencies of the growing season and the unpredictability of harvests, rather than producing a standardized product.

    We believe in this place we call home and the handmade wines we have to share with you. We come from diverse backgrounds and are grateful to share this lovely part of California with those drawn to Paso Robles and its pioneer spirit. We make meaningful wines with integrity, by hand, letting Mother Nature's work in the vineyard shine through to the glass. We are genuine in this pursuit and care about what is in every bottle.
  • Wines Produced
    Alicante Bouschet
    Bordeaux-Style Blend
    Cabernet Franc
    Cabernet Sauvignon
    Carignane
    Chenin Blanc
    Cinsault
    Counoise
    Graciano
    Grenache
    Grenache Blanc
    Merlot
    Mourvèdre
    Nebbiolo
    Négrette
    Other
    Petite Sirah
    Pinot Noir
    Red Blend
    Red Rhône-Style Blend
    Rosé
    Sparkling
    Syrah
    Valdiguié
    Viognier
    White Rhône-Style Blend
    Zinfandel
  • Events

    Wine Tasting in the KR Barn

    Fri – Mon | Feb 13 – 16, 2026
    We are moving the tasting room into the historic KR barn this long Valentine’s Weekend. Join us to taste the pre- release of the ’26 spring member wines. View Event Details >
  • Stay in the Vineyard

    Homestead Hill located in the Willow Creek AVA, is a small ranch-style home located on Thacher Winery's 23-acre estate vineyard. Situated just minutes from downtown Paso Robles, coastal towns, and more than a hundred wineries.

       Homestead Hill Vineyard & Vacation Rental >