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Inside Napa Valley's Only All-White Wine Winery with Dan Petroski
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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 the only all-white wine winery 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. 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.
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
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