Under the Hat

About Us

The Hat Ranch name dates back to Tim Harless’ great-grandparents who established the Hat Ranch homestead in Wyoming in 1902. Due to the rich history of loyalty and honesty, Tim proudly decided to carry the family ranch name and cattle brand to use as a logo over to his new adventure on the Sunnyslope Wine Trail.

Great wine starts right here in the Snake River Valley. With the stellar grape growing conditions, strong winemaking community, and a plethora of established tasting rooms, Tim followed his heart to Idaho with a new-found passion for making premium wines. In 2011, he established Hat Ranch Winery in the Snake River Valley American Viticulture Area outside of Caldwell, Idaho. In 2014, he acquired the Vale Wine Company.

In the News

Tasting Room FAQs

  • We offer a small selection of Idaho potato chips, chocolate, and gelato to purchase. Feel free to bring your own picnic to enjoy with our wine.
  • Reservations are not required unless you have a party of ten or more; please email info@HatRanchWinery.com.
  • Dogs are allowed outside on patio but not in the Tasting Room.
  • Children are allowed in our Tasting Room while accompanied by an adult.
  • The University of Idaho doubled the size of our Tasting Room, check out the unusual sink. https://www.uidaho.edu/caa/programs/architecture/student-opportunities/design-build-program/hat-ranch-winery
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Sunnyslope Wine Trail  http://sunnyslopewinetrail.com

  • We’re a proud member of the Sunnyslope Wine Trail and participate in the Passport program.

Hawk, the vineyard dog

Resources to help plan your visit

Can’t make it out to the Tasting Room, our wine is available

  • Italianesque Savor dishes made from scratch, highlighting fresh local ingredients. 1228 N. Galleria Dr. Nampa, ID 83687 208.996.9464
  • Swirl Wine Shop & Lounge Our favorite wine shop in Nampa. 114 13th Ave. S. Nampa, ID 83651 208.310.0782
  • A New Vintage Wine Shop Our favorite wine shop in Meridian. Meridian Crossroads Center 1400 N. Eagle Rd. # 104 Meridian, ID 83642 208.855.9230
  • Vine Wine Shop and Lounge features us on their local table. 1320 South Maple Grove Rd. Boise, ID 83708 208.949.5561
  • Boise Co-op Market Our favorite local co-op. The Village 2350 N. Eagle Rd. Meridian, ID 83646 208.809.2200 and Wine Shop 915 N 8th St. Boise, ID 83702 208.472.4600
  • The big chains like us as well Whole Foods Market 401 S. Broadway Ave. Boise, ID 83702 208.287.4600 and Albertsons 1219 S. Broadway Ave. Boise, ID 83706 208.336.5278 and Market Street 3499 E. Fairview Ave. Meridian, ID 83642 208.605.3752
  • If your favorite wine shop or restaurant isn’t listed, ask for it and let us know.

Donation Requests

Hat Ranch Winery has a three-pillar philanthropic philosophy of charities supporting Veterans, Diabetes and Alzheimer’s. Given the frequency of donation requests that we receive, we ask that you adhere to the donation policy outlined below.

We prefer to donate to those with 501(c)(3) status and must choose wisely based on our annual donation budget. Not all requests will be accommodated. If your charity supports our philanthropic pillars, please email your request to info@hatranchwinery.com

  • Important Details to Note:
    • Monetary requests will not be considered.
    • Hat Ranch Winery will not deliver donated items. Recipients must pick up the donation at the Tasting Room, 15343 Plum Road Caldwell, ID 83607, between 12-5 p.m., Monday-Thursday, or pay the shipping costs.
    • Phone solicitations are no longer accepted.
    • Please note that we do not donate to schools, churches, sports teams, political efforts, or employee appreciation events.
  • Donations may include:
    • Guided tastings for two to ten people, up to a $100 value; wine tastings are most of our donations.
    • Bottle donations of up to six bottles. Bottle donations beyond six bottles may qualify for a 30% discount.