Sonoma and Napa Valley Fires | Wineries Closed or Damaged

Sonoma and Napa Valley wineries are reeling as they survey the impact of the massive blaze that started late Sunday, October 8th. The fast-moving blaze, aided by high winds, impacted a number of wineries, vineyards, restaurants, and resorts throughout the two counties. The full impact is still unknown. At this point, we do know that at least 41 people are dead as a result of this epic firestorm. There is a high likelihood this number will increase. There are over 80 people still considered missing. It is estimated that 200,000 acres have burned. Over 40,000 people are still under evacuation orders.

This is expected to be the most costly wildfire in state history. The estimates are around 4.6 Billion in insured losses.

Status of the Fires

All of the wine country fires are now at least 90% contained. The number of structures and vineyards damaged is still being tallied.

Status of Area Wineries

There are at least 28 wineries and vineyards that suffered significant damage from these fires. We updated our list below on 10-17. Some of these wineries are completely destroyed, but many sustained damage only to their vineyards or to some buildings on their property. We are listing damaged Sonoma wineries, damaged Napa wineries and damaged wineries in Mendocino.

We are keeping a close eye on the news. We will compile a list of the Napa wineries impacted by the fire. There are a number of ways this fire will impact the valley this year and for years to come. There is physical damage to winery facilities, destruction of vineyards and possible smoke damage to wine that was in containers. Each of these will have long-term implications for the Napa Valley economy. They could also mean constricted supply and higher prices over the next few years.

We will maintain this list of resources and damaged wineries so you can better plan your trip. We are no longer advising you to avoid the area. There are many wineries that are open and even more are re-opening this week.

What Now? 

The area is going to need your support. The economic impact of the fire is severe, but a return of wine lovers to the area will help blunt some of the impacts.