Napa Valley Vintages

1987 Napa Valley Vintage

Average and dry 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 temperature65°F
Estimated growing degree days3210
Frost days, Mar to Apr1
Days 90°F and up, Aug to Oct12
Winter rain10.9 in
Spring rain4.4 in
Harvest rain1.5 in

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

Notable wines

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