1974 Napa Valley Vintage
A cool, long ripening season gave concentrated reds with structure. A legendary Cabernet vintage. Many bottles are still drinking well.
Weather and season
| Apr to Oct average temperature | 64.1°F |
|---|---|
| Estimated growing degree days | 3030 |
| Frost days, Mar to Apr | 2 |
| Days 90°F and up, Aug to Oct | 16 |
| Winter rain | 21.7 in |
| Spring rain | 7.7 in |
| Harvest rain | 1 in |
Station: south valley. Growing degree days are estimated from monthly means.
Notable wines
- Heitz Martha's Vineyard Oakville
- Robert Mondavi Reserve Oakville
- Joseph Phelps Insignia St. Helena · First vintage of Insignia