1983 Napa Valley Vintage
Average and wet season, compared with 1991 to 2020. The modern era begins as new wineries open and Cabernet leads. Nearest notable vintage: 1985.
Weather and season
| Apr to Oct average temperature | 66°F |
|---|---|
| Estimated growing degree days | 3430 |
| Frost days, Mar to Apr | 0 |
| Days 90°F and up, Aug to Oct | 20 |
| Winter rain | 29.5 in |
| Spring rain | 15.5 in |
| Harvest rain | 1.6 in |
Station: south valley. Growing degree days are estimated from monthly means.
Notable wines
- Dominus Estate Yountville · First vintage
- Shafer Hillside Select Stags Leap District · First vintage
- The Hess Collection Mt. Veeder · First vintage