Rutherford is a small town with just 160 residents calling it home. The town is a quaint community tucked between neighboring Oakville and St. Helena along Napa Valley’s main thoroughfare Route 29. Because of its size and location, Rutherford real estate is a perfect fit for the Napa lifestyle.

Don’t let the size of this town fool you—Rutherford is well-respected for its wineries and is home to many big names. Rutherford’s viticultural area includes Robert Mondavi (which it shares with neighboring Oakville), as well as smaller, yet notable wineries like Grgich Hills Estate, Peju Province Winery, and Beaulieu Vineyard. Rutherford’s viticultural area also produces superb Cabernets, which have a dedicated following.

The town of Rutherford is also home to Auberge Du Soleil resort. Here you can enjoy Napa Valley wine and cuisine at its finest while enjoying magnificent views of Napa Valley. The resort also has a world class spa where you can treat yourself to a variety of massage and facial treatments, many of which incorporate local ingredients. Auberge Du Soleil always makes for an unforgettable weekend away—a must visit.

Another Rutherford landmark is the Inglenook Estate, which is a historic winery founded in 1879. It’s worth noting that 1,500 acres of this estate were purchased by director Francis Ford Coppola after the release of The Godfather. Today, the winery attracts visitors for both wine tasting and tours of the estate.

For its size, Rutherford offers residents a number of amenities to choose from. It’s small town living, but residents still get the perks of a cosmopolitan city because of the town’s location. Ginger has a proven track record in the Rutherford real estate market. If you’re looking for homes for sale in Rutherford, look no further and contact Ginger today.

 

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