Napa Valley Vintages

1941 Napa Valley Vintage

Reports describe a fine, balanced season. Pre war Cabernets from Inglenook and Beaulieu show how well the valley ages.

Weather and season

Apr to Oct average temperature63.8°F
Estimated growing degree days2960
Frost days, Mar to Apr0
Days 90°F and up, Aug to Oct10
Winter rain28.6 in
Spring rain11.9 in
Harvest rain2.6 in

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

Notable wines

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