1971 Napa Valley Vintage
Cool and normal season, compared with 1991 to 2020. The modern era begins as new wineries open and Cabernet leads. Nearest notable vintage: 1973.
Weather and season
| Apr to Oct average temperature | 64.5°F |
|---|---|
| Estimated growing degree days | 3110 |
| Frost days, Mar to Apr | 4 |
| Days 90°F and up, Aug to Oct | 23 |
| Winter rain | 17.6 in |
| Spring rain | 4.3 in |
| Harvest rain | 0.3 in |
Station: south valley. Growing degree days are estimated from monthly means.
Notable wines
- Mayacamas Vineyards Mt. Veeder · Cabernet, 7th at the 1976 Judgment of Paris, tied 3rd in the 2006 rematch