Napa Valley 2025 Vintage Report
Defining the 2025 vintage in Napa Valley requires looking beyond the averages, as it was a year of contrasting fortunes and precise timing.
The cycle began with a harmonious flowering period. Warm days (avg 18°C) allowed for an even fruit set, establishing the potential for a generous crop.
The growing season was solar and generous. Accumulating 1812 Growing Degree Days (GDD), the summer provided consistent warmth that drove steady sugar accumulation. A key factor was the dramatic diurnal shift (13.9°C), ensuring that despite the daytime warmth, acidities remained razor-sharp.
Harvest proceeded under mixed skies, requiring agility to dodge the 50mm of rain that fell sporadically during the picking weeks.
**Style:** Classically proportioned wines with good balance and terroir expression.
About Napa Valley
California's most iconic region, Napa Valley sets the global standard for opulent, fruit-forward Cabernet Sauvignon. Its warm climate and diverse volcanic soils produce powerful, velvety reds that rival the best of Bordeaux.
Climatic Blueprint
Growing Degree Days (GDD)
Total Rainfall
Sunshine Hours
Diurnal Shift
Frost Days
Average Temperature
Historical Context (10 Years)
Comparison of growing season heat accumulation vs regional average.
Want to explore vineyards in Napa Valley?
Discover the estates shaping the legacy of this region.
