Cabernet heartland with garden terraces and outdoor tastings — the Rutherford estates that welcome dogs along for the ride.
Frog's Leap Winery
A certified organic estate in Rutherford where kids run through the vineyard rows during the Family Friendly Garden Tasting.
Honig Vineyard & Winery
Solar panels on the winery roof power Honig's entire operation, from crush to tasting room.
Rutherford Hill Winery
Rutherford Hill has produced Merlot since 1972 and houses aging caves beneath its hilltop property.
PEJU Winery
Tony and Herta Peju founded this estate in 1983, planting Rutherford vines and gardens in equal measure.
Grgich Hills Estate
Miljenko "Mike" Grgich, who made the 1973 Chateau Montelena Chardonnay that won the Judgment of Paris, opened this estate in 1977.
St. Supéry Estate Vineyards & Winery
St. Supéry farms 100% estate grown, certified Napa Green fruit across two vineyards.
Alpha Omega Winery
Robin and Michelle Baggett opened this Rutherford estate in 2005 as a certified Napa Green property.
Where to stay.
Dog-friendly hotels, inns, and resorts within easy driving distance — the natural extension of an afternoon in tasting rooms.
ResortMeadowlark Country House & Resort
Eight suites and two guesthouses on 20 acres, with clothing-optional mineral water pool and sauna.
HotelThe Bungalows at Calistoga
Three standalone craftsman bungalows on Wappo Avenue, each with a private porch and fireplace.
InnInn at Salvestrin Winery
Three queen-bed rooms inside a 19th-century Victorian on the Dr. Crane Estate.
InnBrannan Cottage Inn
Dog-friendly bungalows painted in bright colors, steps from Sam's General Store.