Napa Flashcards
1
Q
2011
A
Rare rainy harvest proved it can happen; few sunny spots, variable quality . WS 86
2
Q
2003
A
Uneven ripeness; austere and tannic in style. More like 2000 than 2001 or 2002. WS 85
3
Q
2000
A
Mixed and a bit green overall, but some stellar wines that may be overlooked and undervalued. WS 85
4
Q
2020
A
A profoundly difficult vintage thanks to the combination of COVID-19 protocols throughout the growing season, and wildfires beginning in August and continuing through the rest of the year. Prior to the fires, fruit quality was promising thanks to a mild spring followed by a temperate summer. Producers able to harvest before the fires had good quality but many lost their wines (especially reds) to smoke impact.
