Nella Terra means "Into the Earth" in Italian. We believe producing great wines starts with being stewards of the Earth; learning and tending to the soil. Nella Terra is a multi-generational family owned and operated boutique winery producing just over 500 cases a year. Today our estate program includes 8 varietals and a variety of microclimates.
We love meeting the adventure seekers and fellow wine lovers that take the road less traveled to visit us. Nella Terra Cellars offers a unique event tent, manicured gardens and vineyard views for your once in a lifetime day. Share with your guests this hidden San Francisco Bay Area gem; they'll be sure to talk about for years to come.
We love meeting the adventure seekers and fellow wine lovers that take the road less traveled to visit us. Nella Terra Cellars offers a unique event tent, manicured gardens and vineyard views for your once in a lifetime day. Share with your guests this hidden San Francisco Bay Area gem; they'll be sure to talk about for years to come.
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Imagine exchanging your vows amongst vineyards and gardens, surrounded by the sounds of a waterfall and chirping birds. Cocktails are served just steps away on the bistro light lined flagstone patio complete with lounge furniture and a fire pit. Delicious hors d'oeuvres are indulged while friendly staff serves Nella Terra Cellars wine.
The Beemiller family has owned the property since 1978. We planted our first vineyard in 2013 of Pinot Noir and Viognier, followed by Petite Sirah and Primitivo in 2017. Our newest vineyard of Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon, Alvarino, Syrah and more Pinot Noir was planted in 2019. We are a boutique winery producing just over 500 cases a year.
Reviews (25)
Leslie J.
Dec 25, 2021
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We feel incredibly lucky that we came across Nella Terra's petite wedding package during our search for wedding venues -- it was exactly what we wanted for our wedding, pandemic or otherwise! The venue has everything we wanted in such a small space: beautiful rolling hills, a small vineyard, an elegant pergola, and even a small garden. The grand staircase is perfect for a dramatic entrance, and I especially loved how the vines and greenery looked in the fall months! It was the perfect venue for the perfect day. Even though I'm sure our wedding was one of the least lucrative weddings they
Ashley W.
Dec 22, 2021
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I’m sure the venue is beautiful during its peak season, but we took a tour of the venue during December to consider for our future wedding and it looked kind of like a horror story with all the trees dead and tons of fog in the morning. Definitely try to visit during a more normal time of year to get a better sense of what the vineyard would look like.
However the tour with Whitney we had was what made the experience lackluster. We asked her a lot of questions about the venue or packages, and many things she did not know the answer to beside just doing a basic walk through of the venue, and
However the tour with Whitney we had was what made the experience lackluster. We asked her a lot of questions about the venue or packages, and many things she did not know the answer to beside just doing a basic walk through of the venue, and
Brandi G.
Oct 21, 2021
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I was recently here for a wedding in which myself and my husband we a part of the bridal party. The wedding was absolutely gorgeous and the venue was great.
However, the events coordinator is the reason for the 2 star review. She started by flirting with my husband and making inappropriate passes even after he told her he was married. Then she went around telling everyone that he was her new boyfriend. After dinner when it was time for toasts, the waiters and waitresses were filling up everyone's champagne flutes. She went out of her way to grab a bottle, fill up my husbands glass right
However, the events coordinator is the reason for the 2 star review. She started by flirting with my husband and making inappropriate passes even after he told her he was married. Then she went around telling everyone that he was her new boyfriend. After dinner when it was time for toasts, the waiters and waitresses were filling up everyone's champagne flutes. She went out of her way to grab a bottle, fill up my husbands glass right
Jay B.
Oct 06, 2021
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Sarah C.
Oct 06, 2021
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We started planning our wedding after the pandemic had already started. Some key elements for us included having an outdoor venue, having an intimate wedding option as a plan B (if needed back when we were planning Alameda County had a lot of restrictions), while finding a beautiful place that we wanted to get married at. Nella Terra was already a venue on our list we had attended a wedding here before in 2019 and loved it.
We initially worked with Sharde from Nella Terra and then the second half of our planning worked with Isabella (Bella). Bella was wonderful she was always very responsive and
We initially worked with Sharde from Nella Terra and then the second half of our planning worked with Isabella (Bella). Bella was wonderful she was always very responsive and
Veronica L.
Sep 17, 2021
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Nella Terra was one of three venues for our multicultural wedding celebration, and we can't say enough great things about it! The venue is just stunning, and looked just as amazing in photos as it did in person -- we're big nature people and love wine, so the vineyard was a perfect backdrop for our special day. There are SO many great spots for photos, whether it's for your first look, family photos, bridal party photos, etc. One of the silver linings of the pandemic was that because we postponed, we got to spend a lot of time at Nella Terra before our wedding day -- we can confirm
Sydney F.
Sep 07, 2021
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Wow! What an amazing venue and group of people to work with. Nella Terra Cellars was everything (and more) for what we wanted in a wedding venue. From the grand staircase, to the cocktail area, the reception tent, the venue is truly romantic and unique. We had the pleasure of working with Whitney and Kendall to make our wedding day vision come to life. The venue has a few required vendors that you need to work with, but they did NOT disappoint! We received so many compliments from our special day and wish we could do it all over again. The contract and booking process was seamless and straight
Helen H.
Sep 02, 2021
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We found Nella Terra Cellars on Theknot back in 2019 for our original wedding date which got cancelled due to covid. Whitney was compassionate, fair and kind, accommodating to our changes! Since we lived in Hong Kong at the time it was difficult to arrange weddings with the time difference but Whitney was very accommodating!
The venue is AMAZING! All our guest made comments about how lovely, beautiful and spacious the venue is.
Usually at a vineyard wedding you don't get to see the grapes as it's out of sights to guests but at Nella Terra Cellars it was right there!
The venue is AMAZING! All our guest made comments about how lovely, beautiful and spacious the venue is.
Usually at a vineyard wedding you don't get to see the grapes as it's out of sights to guests but at Nella Terra Cellars it was right there!
Tracey C.
Jun 28, 2021
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My friends threw me a small surprise engagement party at Nella Terra Cellars and it was absolutely wonderful! They told me all the scheming they did to surprise me and even worked with Griffin to keep it a secret and stall me in the beginning as they were decorating. They were accommodating and let them come early to set-up and decorate. We rented the bocce ball court which was really fun. The wine was great and I even ended up buying a bottle of the Cab. The place is so beautiful we took tons of pictures all around the grounds. Not surprised by how many weddings are here. Would definitely recommend
Daaimah Tibrey
Jun 23, 2021
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Rustic, but cozy location. Very intimate and out of the way.
Make sure to NOT go up the stairs near the bush near the wine tasting seating area, that area is off limits, however it was not marked off during my visit. Learned this while attempting to explore the location and the owner kindly informed me.
Staff was very informative and easy going.
Location is quite beautiful for a small gathering or a party.
Make sure to NOT go up the stairs near the bush near the wine tasting seating area, that area is off limits, however it was not marked off during my visit. Learned this while attempting to explore the location and the owner kindly informed me.
Staff was very informative and easy going.
Location is quite beautiful for a small gathering or a party.
Carolyn B.
Jun 19, 2021
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Went to a wedding here recently and it was an absolutely gorgeous venue.
The wedding was outside and was so pretty to see the views of the vineyard as the beautiful bride and her parents walked down the steps for the vows. They used tiny unobtrusive microphones so that everybody even in the back could hear. As a backdrop, there was an idyllic pond and water feature behind where the wedding took place. A pretty bridge to the right to walk across. After the ceremony, the guests went up to the terrace for delicious appetizers and champagne while the family was getting photos taken. Next we were
The wedding was outside and was so pretty to see the views of the vineyard as the beautiful bride and her parents walked down the steps for the vows. They used tiny unobtrusive microphones so that everybody even in the back could hear. As a backdrop, there was an idyllic pond and water feature behind where the wedding took place. A pretty bridge to the right to walk across. After the ceremony, the guests went up to the terrace for delicious appetizers and champagne while the family was getting photos taken. Next we were
Marianna S.
Jun 12, 2021
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Spencer Beemiller
May 28, 2021
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The ultimate escape in the east bay… This place is an absolute paradise tucked in to the Hills of Sunol. It’s pretty wild to even know this exists literally 5 minutes off the freeway yet you feel completely isolated tucked away into the beautiful rolling hills. Come for a wedding, stay for a tasting ☺️.
Heath Sherratt
May 20, 2021
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Lisa B.
May 05, 2021
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Jen L.
Apr 25, 2021
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This is seriously a hidden gem! My first time here and I was ready to go back the next day. Although we did not get to wander around the wedding venue (it was being set up for a wedding) we could see it from above and it looks beautiful. The patio looks over the venue, vineyards and the hills.
We arrived around 2 pm (reservations required) and it was not too busy. We liked all of the wines we tried ($15 per tasting.) Griffin poured for us and was really friendly and knowledgeable.
We will be back.
We arrived around 2 pm (reservations required) and it was not too busy. We liked all of the wines we tried ($15 per tasting.) Griffin poured for us and was really friendly and knowledgeable.
We will be back.
Lois Chang
Feb 28, 2021
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This review is for the bocce ball reservation during the pandemic! My husband and I actually had our wedding reception with Nella Terra back in 2015! We loved this venue so much flash forward to 2021 I emailed griffin at Nella Terra to reserve some wines and their bocce ball court for a couple of hours. It was great! My husband father in law, niece and her bf and my 3.5 year old and 15 month old had the whole bocce court area to ourselves and the bottles of wines we reserved were also laid out with ice buckets for us upon arrival. We also brought our own snacks and food. It was a great socially
Priya K.
Nov 19, 2020
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Visit Nella Terra just to see their simply stunning events venue. With a stream, bridge and lush gardens, it's like an oasis especially in summer when the hills are brown. The tasting area is an open patio just outside the owners' home, it's informal and relaxed. Very friendly service by the owners and some of their relatives, truly a family run business. The wines are pretty good, not great, am sure they'll get better. They do allow picnic baskets which is a huge plus. I had a very pleasant experience. I'll drop in again there soon, if not for the wine, then for a photo
Emily H.
Oct 29, 2020
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Nella Terra Cellars is the perfect place for your wedding ceremony and/or reception.
Beautiful venue with romantic lighting, farm tables, fire pit, archways, waterfalls, garden, bocce ball court, fountain, and vineyard hill!
Catering is through a vendor company and they were FANTASTIC
Booking through 2020 is still available, so make your dreams come true!!!
Bridal cottage is adorable, groomsmen cottage is awesome
There's this tree that lights up at night and it was the perfect photo op along with the rest of the venue
My guests couldn't stop talking about how beautiful the venue
Beautiful venue with romantic lighting, farm tables, fire pit, archways, waterfalls, garden, bocce ball court, fountain, and vineyard hill!
Catering is through a vendor company and they were FANTASTIC
Booking through 2020 is still available, so make your dreams come true!!!
Bridal cottage is adorable, groomsmen cottage is awesome
There's this tree that lights up at night and it was the perfect photo op along with the rest of the venue
My guests couldn't stop talking about how beautiful the venue
Cathleene D.
Oct 22, 2020
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Kendall,
The fact that you and your small family owned business held on to ALL of our money ALL summer long, even months after our wedding date had already passed in May 2020 is what made me feel resentment and bitterness towards your company. We've had phone calls and e-mail exchanges with you and Whitney, only to hear the same thing you just responded here on Yelp. Brian and I felt alone until one of the other couples reached out to us. And I'm so glad they did. Together we were able to go to ABC7 News. Nella Terra caused us so much unnecessary heartache and stress for months
The fact that you and your small family owned business held on to ALL of our money ALL summer long, even months after our wedding date had already passed in May 2020 is what made me feel resentment and bitterness towards your company. We've had phone calls and e-mail exchanges with you and Whitney, only to hear the same thing you just responded here on Yelp. Brian and I felt alone until one of the other couples reached out to us. And I'm so glad they did. Together we were able to go to ABC7 News. Nella Terra caused us so much unnecessary heartache and stress for months
MinYoung K.
Aug 02, 2020
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My now-husband and I looked at multiple venues and did an extensive search for wedding venues. A friend of mine told me about Nella Terra because she said it was one of the prettiest weddings she had attended. When we did a venue tour, my husband and I fell in love and knew right away this was our venue! The grounds are very well kept and it's a hidden gem in Sunol. There are so many photo opportunities for both wedding couples and guests: the long staircase, the bridge, the pond and trees, the grass fields, the large "LOVE" sign, etc. There's also a very nice onsite bridal
Kim D.
Jun 30, 2020
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Their wines are fantastic, plus a beautiful venue! We have been thrilled with the quality of our wine club membership! Very professional and easy to communicate with, and safe curbside pick-up during SIP. Both the indoor tent and gorgeous outdoor grounds make for a wonderful time!
I have also been a wedding guest there twice before, and can't rave enough about how beautiful it is. So many spots for photos, and an amazing area outdoor cocktail hour! Food vendors are over the top amazing too. Wonderful place for those looking for a venue!!!
I have also been a wedding guest there twice before, and can't rave enough about how beautiful it is. So many spots for photos, and an amazing area outdoor cocktail hour! Food vendors are over the top amazing too. Wonderful place for those looking for a venue!!!
Mandy Tomlin
May 06, 2020
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I love Nella Terra. It is a beautiful location for events. I have been to multiple events since they opened and they have all been terrific. The staff is wonderful and the grounds are just perfect. I took my Mother to the Mother's Day brunch a year ago and she loved it as well. Scheduled tasting are great, even Covid friendly with hand washing stations! Perfect way to get out and enjoy some great wine safely. I suggest being part of their wine club too, such good perks. I can't say enough about this wonderful venue!
Chelsea McKinley
May 05, 2020
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I was a bridesmaid in an absolutely beautiful and impeccably executed wedding at this winery. The bridal suite was perfect for getting ready and enjoying some bubbly before the ceremony. There are so many amazingly scenic spots throughout the grounds for photos. The ceremony and photo shoot took place at the top of the hill with beautiful rolling green hills in the background. This place is so idyllic it doesn't feel like it should be long in the SF bay area.
The cocktail hour was fun with live music, and when we were ushered into the tent for the reception I was surprised by how romantic and
The cocktail hour was fun with live music, and when we were ushered into the tent for the reception I was surprised by how romantic and
Susanne R.
May 09, 2019
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This review is for their wine tasting and not a wedding venue review.
They are only open to the public on the first weekend of the month. A friend read about them and wanted to check it out before the hills turned brown. They invited us to go tasting with them and then picnic there after.
We arrive and started to walk where we thought the tasting room was, but we were redirected by the staff up the hill to the tasting room. This is a beautiful venue but the tasting area is a little under stated given the rest of the place.
We were warmly greeted and offered 5 wines in the tasting
They are only open to the public on the first weekend of the month. A friend read about them and wanted to check it out before the hills turned brown. They invited us to go tasting with them and then picnic there after.
We arrive and started to walk where we thought the tasting room was, but we were redirected by the staff up the hill to the tasting room. This is a beautiful venue but the tasting area is a little under stated given the rest of the place.
We were warmly greeted and offered 5 wines in the tasting