The Land Trust is pleased to announce the permanent protection of 51 acres of prime agricultural land in Napa Valley’s Rutherford district thanks to a conservation easement donated by The Andy Beckstoffer family. This easement marks the 12th conservation easement donated by the Beckstoffers, demonstrating a very significant commitment to preserving Napa County’s agricultural heritage and rural character for future generations.
The newly protected property holds significant conservation value as prime farmland, primarily planted to vineyards, within Napa County’s Agricultural Preserve. The eastern end of the property also includes a scenic knoll of valley oaks and annual grasses, the site of the well-known Beckstoffer Vineyards sign on the west side of Silverado Trail. The easement will ensure that no structure will be built on this highly visible hill. This represents the fifth conservation easement over Beckstoffer Vineyards’ Georges III Vineyard portfolio and contributes to a contiguous network of what is now 900 acres of protected easements along this stretch of Silverado Trail, including the easements on other sections of the Georges III property as well as the Upper Range easements across the road. This section of Silverado Trail will continue to provide scenic views for residents as well as for thousands of visitors each year. In addition to its scenic values, a segment of Conn Creek along its western boundary enhances the property’s ecological importance.
“We are very grateful to Andy Beckstoffer for his ongoing commitment to protect the character of Napa through donations of permanent conservation easements,” said Land Trust CEO Doug Parker. “Andy’s vision and dedication to conservation set a very high standard for long-term land stewardship. Protecting properties like this will ensure that Napa’s agricultural lands and iconic landscapes are safeguarded for generations to come.”
“Protecting Napa Valley’s agricultural lands has always been a core principle for our family and business,” said Andy Beckstoffer. “Partnering with the Land Trust of Napa County allows us to ensure that these lands will remain dedicated to agriculture and conservation forever.”
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