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Golden hour over a Napa Valley hilltop estate terrace above vineyard rows

Napa Valley · Private Estates

The Backen Estate
on Pritchard Hill

A Howard Backen-designed compound on Napa's most storied hilltop, opening its gates for month-long stays — with private culinary access from Thomas Keller's restaurant group.

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Hilltop estate above Napa vineyards at golden hour

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Private Estates

Architectural stays and compounds worth crossing the country for.

 Candlelit dinner table among vineyard rows at dusk

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Tables

Chefs, rooms, and evenings that define wine-country dining.

 Classic sports car on a Napa vineyard road at golden hour

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Experiences

Private tastings, drives, and days money usually can't buy.

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Craft

The makers, architects, and winemakers shaping the valley.

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