The Complete Idiot's Guide to Starting and Running a Winery

by Thomas Pellechia

Making the dream a reality… For many people, owning and running a winery is a dream job. According to Wine Business Monthly, the number of wineries in the U.S. has jumped 26% in less than three years. To carry out this dream, one must understand that wine making involves both science and art. Starting a winery is just like starting any other business and requires planning and a deep understanding of the industry. In The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Starting and Running a Winery, readers will •How to put together a business plan •Different varieties of grapes and wines •How to lay out a floor plan and what equipment is needed •How to promote wines

356 pages, Kindle Edition

First published November 4, 2008

About the author

Indepenedent magazine feature writer, newspaper columnist, online columnist, and book author.