Your Questions, Answered
Visiting and
Reservations
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Reservations are never required—walk-ins are always welcome at both locations! However, reservations are always appreciated, and we gladly take same-day reservations for smaller parties.
Small Groups: Walk-ins are always welcome, or you can book online in advance (including same-day bookings).
Large Groups: For parties over 6 at Truckee River Winery or over 10 at 174 Winery Tasting Room, advance booking is required. Please submit an inquiry through the Large Group Reservation Request Area on our Reservations page.
Special Experiences: Customized group visits and special tasting experiences can be booked directly through our large group request form.
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We operate three locations across Truckee and Cedar Ridge, with two dedicated tasting spaces open to the public:
Truckee River Winery (Tasting & Production): 10061 So. River St, Truckee, CA 96161. Come visit our original Red Barn for tastings, outdoor games, and a look behind the scenes.
174 Winery Tasting Room (Tasting Room Only): 12719 Colfax Hwy, Suite 3, Cedar Ridge, CA 95945. Our dedicated Cedar Ridge tasting space, open for tastings and retail sales.
174 Winery (Production Only): 12535 Colfax Hwy, Cedar Ridge, CA 95945. Our working farm and production facility. Please note this location is closed for daily visits and is only open for select Wine Club events.
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Yes! We love welcoming our four-legged friends. Well-behaved, leashed dogs are invited to relax with you in the outdoor garden and patio spaces at both Truckee River Winery and the 174 Winery Tasting Room.
We simply ask that dogs remain on a leash at all times and stay mindful of other guests and our resident animals.
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Yes, absolutely! We are a family-owned business and welcome guests of all ages at both of our tasting locations:
Truckee River Winery: Kids are welcome to enjoy our outdoor lawn and patio areas. Because this is an open, unfenced working winery and farm environment with equipment and resident animals (including chickens!), children must be closely supervised by an adult at all times for their safety.
174 Winery Tasting Room: A relaxed, family-friendly space featuring our indoor tasting room and a shaded, fully fenced patio garden where families are welcome.
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Yes! We have food options available to pair with your wine at both locations, and we also welcome outside picnics.
Truckee River Winery: Offers fresh 2-person or 4-person bento-style cheese and meat boards, plus convenient grab-and-go bites.
174 Winery Tasting Room: Features a full tasting menu of artisan cheese and charcuterie boards, savory tapas, and other small bites.
Bringing Your Own Picnic? Guests at both locations are welcome to bring outside food. We kindly ask that all picnic items be ready to eat, fully self-contained, and accompanied by your own plates and utensils.
(Reminder: Outside alcohol is strictly prohibited on the premises at all times due to licensing regulations.)
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Yes, we would love to host your celebration! We offer group reservations during regular tasting hours, as well as expanded event options:
Truckee River Winery: Accommodates large group reservations for up to 20 guests during regular tasting hours.
174 Winery Tasting Room: Accommodates group reservations for up to 30 guests during regular tasting hours. We are also booking holiday parties and special events for groups of up to 50 people!
Guest of Honor Retreat: Looking to elevate your celebration? Our styled tablescape experience (formerly known as the Doe/Stag Tablescape) is now the Guest of Honor Retreat and is available to book at both locations.
How to Book: For large parties or private event inquiries at either location, please submit an inquiry via the Large Group Reservation Request Area on our Reservations page, or email our team directly at events@truckeefamilywines.com.
Truckee Family Wines Wines Club
How does the Wine Club work?
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We offer options to suit every wine lover! Our popular Quarterly Allocation Club features releases in March, May, September, and November. We also offer two non-quarterly options: our VIP Membership and our Case Club. Wine selections are chosen by our winemakers, Russ and Katy and all members enjoy discounts on pre-releases, futures and wine club exclusive wines.
You can learn more about the specific benefits and requirements of each tier by visiting our Membership page.
What are the benefits of joining?
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Discounts: Savings on all wine and merchandise purchases.
Complimentary Tastings: Monthly complimentary tastings for you and a guest.
Exclusive Access: Priority invitations to events, pick-up parties, and access to limited-release or library wines.
Customization: Options to customize your shipment are available for certain club levels.
Can I pick up my wine club shipment?
Yes! We love seeing our members. Yes! We love seeing our members. You are welcome to pick up your allocation at any of our locations during open hours. If our regular hours don’t work for your schedule, we are happy to coordinate off-hour pickups at both our Truckee and Cedar Ridge locations. Just contact us to arrange it! Alternatively, we can always ship your allocation directly to your door.
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Can I skip a shipment?
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Yes, we understand that life happens. We allow members to skip quarterly shipments as needed—whether for travel, financial adjustments, or wine preferences. To arrange a skip, simply email us at wineclub@truckeefamilywines.com.
Shipping and
Orders
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We currently offer flat-rate shipping to California and Nevada and can ship to select other states (please check our online store or contact us to verify).
Carriers: We use UPS and GLS (for CA/NV orders) to ensure your wine arrives safely.
Requirements: We must ship to a physical address; we cannot deliver wine to P.O. boxes. Because an adult signature (21+) is required upon delivery, we highly recommend shipping to a business address to ensure someone is available to sign.
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We take the quality of our wine seriously. We always check weather conditions for extreme heat or freezing temperatures before sending shipments out. If the weather poses a risk to the wine, we will hold your order until conditions improve to ensure it arrives in perfect condition.
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Yes. When checking out online, simply select "Pickup" as your shipping method. We will have your order ready for you at the Truckee tasting room during business hours.
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Yes! We sell both physical and electronic gift cards. They make the perfect gift for wine lovers and can be purchased directly through our SHOP page.
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We are proud to be served and sold at many local favorites! You can find our wines at retailers like Raley's and Z Marketplace, as well as local restaurants including Bar of America, Pianeta, Moody's, Jax at the Tracks, Old Town Tap, and The Pour House. For a complete list of stockists near you, please visit our "Find Our Wines" page.
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Yes, community is at the heart of everything we do. We are proud to donate 10% of proceeds from all wine purchases to local non-profits and charities. Some of the organizations we support include the Tahoe Food Hub, Truckee River Watershed Council, and the High Fives Foundation, among others. When you enjoy our wine, you are also helping to support our local community.

