Is the glass of wine half full or half empty?
As doom and gloom hangs over the market through a relentless thrashing from the media one thing is consistently overlooked, quality. We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again qaulity is king. In our latest report you will see how each wine growing region stacks up and why we believe your dollars are best spent on premium wine growing regions.
Vineyard cycles, and the next decade
Much has happened since the beginning of 2002. While the economic rebound we expected has been anemic at best and it’s popular knoweledge that grape prices are in the gutter one thing has never been clearer. Premium quality grapes, vineyards and wines are still going for top dollar. This article details the continued upward momentum of vineyard values through the peaks and valleys of the ever present vineyard cycle.
What does it cost to produce a glass of wine?
Ever wondered what it costs to bring that sweet nectar we call wine from the ground to your glass? This article takes you from dirt to Reidell laying out all the costs to produce one glass of wine.
“Buyers and Sellers” Markets -Vineyard Values: Past, Present & Future
As we make our way into 2002 it feels like the tide is turning for an economic rebound. This article describes the trends of “Buyers and Sellers Markets over the last 40+ years and how we are poised for the next round of wine country real estate appreciation.
Roller Coaster Ride Of The 1990’S And Future Vineyard Values: The 2001 Report.
As we look back at the last 10 years a roller coaster of vineyard values is very apparent. Between the recession of the early 90’s and the boom in the later part of the decade one saw many gyrations in the market. One thing is for sure though, through 10 year intervals vineyard values have steadily increased in value and this article points out the “why’s and how’s” as well as what to look for in the future.
A year in the life of a vineyard.
Ever wonder what it’s like to watch a vineyard transform through an entire growing season? If so then this article is for you. There are many pictures showing the different stages of transition from bare vines to bud break all the way through to harvest.
It only costs a nickle more to go first class.
As the old saying goes, “You get what you pay for.” Like anything that one buys, we find that it is better to spend a little more money to get the best quality. This is also true when buying vineyard property. This article supports the importance of focusing on premium qualities in a vineyard and it’s fruit.
What is an appellation?
The word ‘appellation’ as it’s used in the wine industry refers to a geographical name under which a wine grower is authorized to identify and market wine.This article will give you the skinny on many different appellations and what makes them so special.
Tax benefits and cash flow analysis of owning a vineyard.
Not only can you have a wonderful vineyard estate in the Wine Country but there are cash flow and tax benefits to boot. I’ll toast to that! This article provides a review of how the cash flow and tax advantages of owning a vineyard work.
Analyzing a vineyard investment.
The typical buyer that wishes to move to the wine country wants a home, or land to build a home. In most cases they wish to have some vineyard on their property. In some cases they wish to incorporate their desire to live in the wine country with the financial investment and return of a vineyard estate property. This article will take you through the process of purchasing your wine country dream property.
Vineyard and grape values compared for 1996, 97, 98, & 99.
By the mid 1990’s a stampede for small vineyard estates was well underway. This article takes you through Vineyard and Grape Values for the years 1996 – 1999. In this time grape prices have surged in both Napa and Sonoma Counties. What will the future hold? Read this article for a hint at the future.
Napa Valley vineyard values past, present and future.
Do you think its’s all about the romance, gorgeous views, decadent food and wine? Ofcourse it is! Nonetheless, this article points out a 10 year trend line on the varying prices for vineyard land identifying the average prices and highest prices paid per year.
How to buy a vineyard.
Thinking of moving to the Wine Country? Interested in having your own vineyard? If so, this article will let you in on some of the secrets you need to know in order to have a successful vineyard operation.
Olives. In the Wine Country?
Move over grapes, the olives are coming. As olives thrive in much the same micro-climate as grapes, our wine growing regions have seen thousands of new olive trees being planted recently. Find out who, why and the history in this article.
Vineyard Values for 1999.
Not very long ago Napa and Sonoma Valley’s wine industry was in near panic mode. Those of us who follow the industry heard apocalyptic tales of the coming crash which would be due to either a glut of grapes on the market or financial ruin brought on by phylloxera, a root louse that was methodically destroying thousands of vineyard acres as it had done a generation earlier. Find out what’s really going on.
Have your grapes and drink them too.
How would you like to experience spellbinding sunsets, picturesque countryside views, a Mediterranean climate, world class restaurants combined with a small town atmosphere and get paid? Sound to good to be true? Better hurry up and read this article.
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