Gatto Rivera is your Branding & Package Design partner. We are a creative studio that crafts unique brand stories.

Gatto Rivera is a boutique design studio boasting a concentrated amount of senior experience. With diverse backgrounds in graphic design, marketing, hospitality, and a deep knowledge of wine and spirits, we bring a unique edge to every project.

We’re a collaborative crew, specializing in package design ranging from premium specialty projects to strategic national and international brand roll-outs. Through thoughtful design, storytelling, and production, we strategically and beautifully bring your brand’s essence to life.

Nestled in the heart of downtown Napa, Gatto Rivera thrives on the area’s vibrant energy and entrepreneurial spirit. Inspired by the natural beauty of Northern California, our bespoke studio embodies the creativity and passion of the region. We don’t bite, stop by and say hello!

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Partners

Antonio and Tim met at design school, then reconnected serendipitously years later after both building careers in wine package design. After a few lunch meet-ups and Bilco’s beers, they realized something was missing: a truly hands-on, boutique design studio.

Since then, Gatto Rivera has built a reputation for thoughtful, craft-driven branding in the wine, spirits, and hospitality space—partnering with clients on everything from naming and brand identity to full packaging systems. The approach is collaborative, detail-obsessed, and rooted in the belief that great design is a product of great brand stories.

Tim Gatto

The Gist: Born and raised in Napa, California, Tim’s love for creativity and design drew him to San Francisco’s vibrant art scene. There, the dots connected as he discovered brand development and package design—a perfect blend of his artistic passion and deep appreciation for Napa’s winegrowing heritage.

Inspired by: Coastal adventures, old wines, and finding the perfect burrito

Passion project: Photo Zines

Experience: B.A. in Communication Design from CSU Chico; Junior Designer at Brand Engine; Senior Designer at Auston Design Group; Senior Designer at CF Napa Brand Design; WSET Level 2

Antonio Rivera

The Gist: Raised in Half Moon Bay, California, Antonio’s early love for art and painting led him to the world of design. In college, he combined his creative passion with the practical skills of graphic design, carving out a niche in beverage branding and package design.

Inspired by: Live music & vinyl, history, and typography (where form meets function)

Passion Project: Creative force behind Maldición brand

Experience: B.A. in Communication Design from CSU Chico; Sr. Package Designer at E. & J. Gallo Winery; Design Director at CF Napa Brand Design

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