Napa Valley Vintages

1988 Napa Valley Vintage

Average and normal 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 days3220
Frost days, Mar to Apr0
Days 90°F and up, Aug to Oct11
Winter rain15.4 in
Spring rain3.5 in
Harvest rain0.1 in

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

Notable wines

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