Napa Valley Vintages

1985 Napa Valley Vintage

Warm, even and very consistent. A classic year with ripe, balanced Cabernet from top estates.

Weather and season

Apr to Oct average temperature65.2°F
Estimated growing degree days3250
Frost days, Mar to Apr0
Days 90°F and up, Aug to Oct6
Winter rain13.8 in
Spring rain4.5 in
Harvest rain1.6 in

Station: south valley. Growing degree days are estimated from monthly means.

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