Massican Annia California White Blend 2024 Rated 95DM

Decanter Magazine Review
Rated 95
The 2024 Massican Annia is a beguiling white blend, lean and layered at just 11.8% ABV, yet richly complex. From the moment it's poured, a subtle, flinty-smoky reduction greets the nose, leading into fragrant cascades of white flowers, honeysuckle, ripe yellow apple, and poached pear. On the palate, grapefruit emerges with both richness and density, threaded through with sea?spray salinity—as if pink Himalayan salt had washed the shore - while crisp, zesty acidity brings lift and tension. Sourced from small vineyards across Napa and Sonoma, this flagship Massican blend comprises Ribolla Gialla, Tocai Friulano, Chardonnay, and a touch of Pinot Bianco, all picked and fermented separately in a mix of French oak and stainless steel, before being carefully blended six weeks prior to bottling. Founded in 2009 by Dan Petroski - formerly of Larkmead - Massican remains Napa Valley's only white-wine–only label. Petroski marries his Italian roots with Californian terroir, and his wines are celebrated for their freshness, mineral clarity, and Mediterranean flair. Drinking Window: 2025-2033.

Massican Annia California White Blend 2024 750ml

Bright. Mediterranean-inspired. A California white with Italian soul.
The 2024 Massican Annia California White Blend is a signature wine from Dan Petroski's acclaimed Massican winery, known for crafting fresh, mineral-driven whites inspired by Friuli in Northern Italy. The Annia 2024 blends Tocai Friulano, Ribolla Gialla, Pinot Bianco and Chardonnay, delivering a crisp, aromatic profile that is both distinctive and versatile. It is a wine that celebrates California terroir with Old World elegance.

• Producer: Massican Winery
• Region: Napa Valley, California, USA
• Varietals: Ribolla Gialla 42%, Tocai Friulano 35%, Chardonnay 23%, Pinot Bianco 6%
• ABV: 11.8%
• Style: Crisp, mineral-driven, Mediterranean-inspired white blend
• Distinction: Unique Italian varietals grown in California

Tasting Notes

Nose: White flowers, citrus zest, green apple, and almond.
Palate: Bright lemon, pear, and stone fruit with saline minerality and lively acidity.
Finish: Clean, refreshing, and elegant with lingering citrus and herbal notes.

Why You'll Love It

• Distinctive blend of Italian varietals with California terroir
• Fresh, crisp style perfect for warm-weather sipping
• Produced by Massican, a pioneer of Mediterranean-inspired whites in Napa
• Versatile pairing wine for seafood, salads, and light fare

Food Pairing

• Grilled branzino with lemon and herbs
• Caprese salad with fresh basil
• Risotto primavera
• Soft cheeses such as burrata or ricotta

Cellaring

• Drinking Window: 2024-2027
• Storage: Best kept at 50-55°F to preserve freshness

Massican Annia California White Blend 2024 is a vibrant, Mediterranean-inspired wine that bridges Old World tradition with California innovation - ideal for summer gatherings, seafood feasts, and lovers of crisp, elegant whites.