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Sitting in class, gazing at images of scenic vineyards from around the world, I yearn to be there. They all seem as tranquil as they are appealing to the eye. Yet driven by these peaceful plots is a thriving industry. The wine industry is amidst a golden age as production and quality are reaching new highs in places all over the world. So can I be a part of this golden age? Can a small investment of just a few acres become profitable and provide high quality wine grapes? The following is an attempt to further explore my dream of owning a vineyard by determining basic processes and costs necessary to run a successful vineyard.
The process of conceptualizing a new vineyard started with determining what general area of the world it would lay. An American vineyard is attractive in this case as there are no issues with citizenship and/or language. From New England, to the Midwest, to out west; vineyards exist all over the United States. California's booming grape and wine industry,......

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