Napa Valley Growers Optimistic After Scattered Sprinkles Dampen Wine Grapes

CBS San Francisco

August 21, 2023

ST HELENA -- With tropical storm Hilary moving into Southern California before heading east into Nevada, much of the Bay Area was spared from its effects. Still, abnormal weather is happening in the North Bay and that has raised concerns among wine lovers about the impact on this year's vintage.

The heavy overcast on Sunday was just enough to take the edge off the predicted 90-degree weather in St. Helena. Visitors to the V. Sattui winery found they didn't need to huddle under the shade trees to stay cool.

"We have a few days that are incredibly hot and then, today, I'm thinking this is part of Hurricane Hilary in San Diego?" said Napa resident Christine England.

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