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

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 learn:

•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

Thomas Pellechia is an independent writer who specializes in food and wine. He has authored dozens of magazine articles about fine cuisine, and has been a newspaper columnist in western New York for more than two decades. Thomas has also written and published books on the food and drink industry, including Over a Barrel: The Rise and Fall of New York's Taylor Wine Company and The Complete Idiot's Guide to Starting and Running a Winery.