Inside Napa's Only All-White Wine Winery with Dan Petroski of Massican Wines

In this episode of The Wine Centric Show, we chat with Dan Petroski, the revered winemaker behind Massican Wines in Napa Valley. Dan shares his journey from playing football at Columbia to becoming a winemaking iconoclast. We delve into his unique approach to crafting white wines in Napa Valley, his experiences with the wine industry, and how his football background shapes his work ethic. Dan also talks about the challenges of scaling a winery, the impact of environmental changes on viticulture, and his ambitious plans for Massican Wines under the Gallo Family Vineyards‬.

Whether you're an oenophile or new to wine, this conversation will give you insightful and relatable perspectives on the wine world. Tune in for an engaging dialogue about passion, practicality, and pushing the boundaries in winemaking.

Inside the Episode:

• 00:00 Welcome to the Wine Centric Show

• 00:52 Dan's Football Journey

• 02:57 Starting a White Wine Winery in Napa Valley

• 06:33 The Business of Winemaking

• 09:50 BBQ and Bubbly Event

• 12:03 Meeting Joe Gallo

• 21:22 Wine Culture: Europe vs. America

• 28:17 Exploring Aromatized Beverages

• 28:48 The Water Movement and Market Potential

• 29:54 Challenges in the Wine Industry

• 30:39 Innovative Ideas and Business Strategies

• 31:35 The Appeal of Italian Wines

• 38:20 Climate Change and Wine Production

• 47:15 Personal Reflections and Family Impact

• 49:43 Wine and Publishing: A Unique Connection