I visited Backstage Winery as part of a wine tour for a graduation celebration. We visited 3 wineries total and Backstage wines were the best of all 3. My favorites of the tasting were the Rose, Chardonnay, and Pinot Noir. I am typically a cab lover and it was good, don't get me wrong but during this tasting I fell in love with the Pinot Noir. The tasting took place outdoors making it feel like we were at a friend's backyard. I would definitely visit again read more

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I recently visited Backstage Winery to celebrate my 30th birthday with a group of friends and family. We had made a reservation through a third-party service, and all guests had paid in advance. Unfortunately, our experience was marred by the behavior of an individual named Richard Lowitz, who presented himself as the manager and owner of the winery. Upon our arrival, while we were enjoying a light lunch in our cars, Mr. Lowitz approached us in a confrontational manner, ordering us to leave the premises immediately. Despite our calm explanation that we had a reservation and proof of payment, he dismissed us outright, claiming we were scammed. His tone was disrespectful and belittling. After several minutes of distressing interactions, it became clear that Mr. Lowitz had made an error regarding our reservation. Although he eventually acknowledged our booking, the initial confrontation and his aggressive demeanor left a negative impression. Instead of following through with the reservation, we left and went to a wonderful winery a few minutes away. Rather than apologizing, Mr. Lowitz confronted my friends and family begging that we don't leave poor reviews. I want to commend Backstage Winery for taking appropriate action by terminating Mr. Lowitz's employment following this incident. However, I feel it is important for potential visitors to be aware of the treatment my friends/family and I received. It is my hope that the winery will ensure better training and management practices in the future to prevent similar situations from occurring. read more

Came here for a bachelorette party, we had a reservation and were seated right away! The sommelier educated us on all of the wines and made our tasting fun!! The wines were very good and we enjoyed the experience. We were sat in a back room so it felt private which was nice! The only thing I would change is the pace of the tasting, it was pretty slow and we had to push back a reservation that we had later in the day. It was pushing about an hour and a half and ended up being almost 2 hours... Other than that great experience! read more

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Best choice for large groups! I did a large group wine tasting at Backstage winery to celebrate my birthday and had an amazing experience. It was hard to find a winery in Napa that met all my requirements such as an evening tasting and large group (15 people) without hefty add-on fees. I was able to easily book my event online and Olivia was really responsive to all my questions and help me make my birthday vision come true! I thought I would have to compromise on the wine or the service or the venue since this all seemed too good to be true. But the tasting experience blew me away further. The wine was fantastic and our wine specialist was so knowledgeable and sweet! He made our experience very enjoyable. The venue is also absolutely stunning. We tasted the finest wines surrounded by an expansive vineyard and beautiful architectural structures that made the best backdrops for all our photos. We ended up buying several bottles and a tasting fee was waived per person for every bottle purchased. read more

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Last stop on our wine trolley tour- Such a lovely view of vineyards- sat outside for tasting. The grounds add to the experience. Such a great time spent here- Loved the Pinot and the Zin. read more

True gem in the Napa Valley! Small batch, family owned winery. Outstanding wine , outdoor patio and hospitality! Complex deliciously aged Cabernet Savingnon. Bonus, All of angelos wines are a delight. Sav blanc and Chardonnay are crisp. His russian river pinot noir and Zinfandel are a delight. The real star of the show is the Cabernet. He makes 8 or 9 different cabs showcasing different AVAs (american viticultural Areas) of Napa. Love them all buy My fav is the coombsville cab. This used to be Mario Andretti's Vineyard, which was built in 84 and the pera family took over in 2020. Definitely put it on your list! They love repeat customers they have wine club and can host private events. Very often, Angelo or his daughter Olivia , personally host, the tastings. They put their heart and soul into the wine and hospitality & it shows. You will not be disappointed! read more

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This place has such a beautiful and authentic vibe. They offered two experiences, one for $45 and another for $75. Napa can be overwhelming with crowds and high demand, but after visiting multiple wineries, this one stood out as my favorite. It was peaceful, and we were able to walk in without any hassle. The service was excellent, and our tour guide, Todd Rickhoff, was incredibly knowledgeable and made the experience enjoyable rather than just focused on sales. He shared a lot about wine pairing, which helped us discover our favorite. The atmosphere was quiet and uncrowded--truly a hidden gem. read more

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The final stop on our wine tour and what a finish! Gabriel was knowledgeable and entertaining. The views were breathtaking and the wine was one of our favorites on the tour! We will be back! read more

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Had a wonderful experience when we visited Backstage a few weeks ago...Gabriel was so fun to listen to, we sat outside under the shade of the trees, warm breeze going through and just a lovely group experience chatting, sipping and enjoying our time together. Backstage was also the only winery flexible with us wanting to bring our own charcuterie....everyone else we called did not allow it. That sort of flexibility and that we could book on Tock and change our final count up until 2 hours before our reservation time made this winery exceptional. The showtime cab is fabulous too...we left with many bottles but even more wonderful were our memories. Thank you Gabriel for a fabulous wine tasting experience. read more

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First time in Napa. We did the trolley tour and Gabriel was amazing at Backstage Winery. One of the best wineries and lunch on our tour. Gabriel was so funny and such a great time! read more

Amazing!! Service was great and love the Italian feel. Would definitely recommend!! Has a nice family feel compared to some commercial wineries in the area. read more

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The staff is so nice and personable. They take the time to tell you about their wines. Their Pinot is super approachbale and easy to drink, slightly sweet and all their Cabernets are delicious, bold, oaky. The courtyard and architecture of the winery is very romantic. They have a spacious patio out back with plenty of tables overlooking the vineyard. This is a great place to visit with a group. read more

We came to this winery as a walk-in and our hostess Ashley was amazing! It's great for kids in the backyard and quite romantic! The wine selection is great and we even bought a bottle. Ask for Ashley. She will hook you up! My little Izzy (2 1/2 year old) was having a great time running around in the backyard area with the lovely view. read more

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Wonderful tasting for wine trolly group! Beautiful view-we loved the pinot noir! We went on a Monday, not crowded at all. read more

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What a beautiful winery. Very picturesque. Todd was amazing! Very knowledgeable and entertaining. We stayed longer because of him! Wine was delicious. Went home with a few bottles! read more

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Amazing service and ambiance!! When you walk into this winery, it feels like Italy! Scott, the manager, was incredible!! He took us on an ATV tour through the vineyards and explained the different grapes and wine making process used in their winery. This is a very informative tour and personalized! They serve 5 tastings with a delicious charcuterie board picnic style during the tour and with a view of Napa River and the vineyard! Amazing experience and we're so happy we booked this on our last day in Napa! This was the highlight of our visit!! Thank you, Scott and Backstage winery!! Excellent tour and friendly atmosphere!! Beautiful winery you must visit while in Napa!! read more

We had the privilege of hosting an event at Backstage in August 2023, and it was a complete hit. Everything from the wine to the staff going above and beyond again and again made this such an unforgettable evening for us and our guests. If we could give 10 stars, we would. We can't thank Olivia and Angelo enough for the amount of care they put into hosting us. They were so welcoming and accommodating to our every ask, allowing us to use the entire property however we envisioned. They helped us test and order the perfect types and amounts of wine ahead of time so that the evening us was a total breeze. Even a few nights ago, nine months after the event, a friend brought up how wonderful that night was and how delicious the wine was. We can't wait to return this summer to do another tasting at Backstage and encourage anyone who is looking at hosting event or doing a wine tasting to check them out, you won't regret it! read more

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The ambiance and wines are top notch. Our server was friendly and attentive. I wish I got her name. We had to take some wine home. This will be added to our future Napa Vacay Must stops. read more

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We toured multiple wineries today on the Wine Trolley and Backstage is the only one we visited where I enjoyed each wine that was served. Todd Rickhoff was our wine educator and he served us wine with a splash of humor. We highly recommend. read more

Ashley was absolutely amazing!! The entire tasting experience was beautiful and very informational

We had an amazing time at this winery. Went with a group of friends over Labor Day and Cassandra was the best. Would definitely come back.

Todd was an amazing host and this was a great experience, I learned a lot about the history and wine! Thank you a bunch! read more

We stopped here on a trolley tour and it was the best stop! Todd was a lot of fun and gave us some really cool insights into the Napa life. Definitely recommend! read more

Enjoyed a great afternoon celebrating my birthday with family and friends at Backstage. We had a large group during a very hot afternoon and they were able to accommodate us. The Rose was fantastic, and Cabs phenomenal. Tasted all their different Cabs and went home with 4 different types. Service was outstanding and grounds beautiful. Waking in, thought we were in Tuscany. A fantastic and memorable day. read more

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Amazing winery. The best outdoor space of any winery in the area. Joey rocks! Great Pinot and wonderful Cabernets. read more

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Backstage is a must stop in Napa. Some of the best wines in the valley. Make sure to try the Green Room cab. The attentive and friendly staff just add to the awesome experience. The property is beautiful. I was lucky enough to catch a sunset here and I can't wait to get back soon! read more

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Location is stunning, facility is perfect, the Wine Educator we had, Todd, was very knowledgeable, enjoyable and fun! HIGHLY recommend Backstage. Wine was amazing as well. Best Chardonnay I've ever had (and I generally don't like Chardonnay). read more

Great service! My family and I spent a weekend in Napa. We where a large group and most wineries where not able to accommodate our group size. At Backstage Winery this was not a problem. Todd was incredibly friendly and welcoming. He greeted us upon arrival and was very attentive the entire time. Will definitely plan on going back! read more

We went winery hopping the past few days and this wine was by far the best. Not to mention Joey is amazing! Would definitely recommend and will be back! read more

Amazing day tasting with Todd. He was knowledgeable, entertaining, answered our million questions, and we had a blast. Not to mention all of the wine was phenomenal!! Thank you Todd, we'll be back!! read more

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Enjoyed a fabulous time tasting the exceptional wines at Backstage winery. Purchased a bottle of the Chardonnay and a very nice Rose. Good stories and pleasant people. read more

Todd was an amazing host!! Provided good information on the history of the winery, and about the wines we were trying. Made our experience a 10/10 read more

We love this winery ! Joey, Todd and Cassandra are wonderful. The ambiance and patio are wonderful! Great place to taste and the views are amazing. Would 10/10 recommend. read more

The wine was really good and our host Todd was very knowledgeable and fun giving us trivia and explaining the wine to us. I felt like I was in a fancy villa and the property was beautiful. read more

a beautiful place with a great history! it was so great chatting it up with Todd - cant wait to come back in the summer! read more

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Excellent! Todd was great! Educational and friendly! Will come back! We learned about the agriculture, grapes, and the history of the land. Best experience we could have! read more

Beautiful winery that will make you feel as if you're in Italy! Todd was such a wealth of information and we learned so much. Not to mention the wine is fabulous! read more

Wish I could give more than 5 stars. My girlfriend and I had a weekend in Napa and this was by far our favorite stop and the highlight of the weekend! To begin the property is beautiful and comfortable, and the wine is fantastic. However there are other spots in Napa with great wine and views. The difference here was the incredibly hospitality! Jiana and Todd made us feel at home and provided excellent information while touring us around the property! Overall a must go! Last thing, compared to some of the more corporate wineries that try to churn you in and out, Backstage encourages savoring the time and wants you to walk around and explore the property. Instead of feeling rushed I felt they didn't want me to leave. read more

This place is so cute! We learned a lot about some wine trivia and tasted some great wines. Thanks for a good time!