And So It Begins (again)

Yes, it is true. This blog started back in 2006 when we were applying for our first Federal and State winery licenses. Now we are applying for a transfer of those licenses to new premises. We have come a long way, in our small way.

Before we start posting pictures of demolition work and decorating of the new premises we wish to thank Pete N, without whose help, faith and hard work, we would never have the fabulous opportunity we have now in the premises we have now.

This new move started a year ago when Pete N saw an article in a local newspaper about us and matched us to this property. Although the initial attempt to close a deal faltered and was almost forgotten due to 2009's grape crushing, etc, Pete N still held the vision and worked with us so that we are now able to move this winery into the next phase of its growth and development.

We believed there always such a thing as an "Angel Investor" and we were right. Ok, no-one's investing in us, but we mean we believe in being presented with those who can help us when we need it, and we got that.

We believed that if you held a vision and put the energy out there about it, things would turn to accommodate you. And we were right.

We believed you didn't have to go into stupid amounts of debt to do this. And we were right.

We believed we could accommodate events, galleries, music/bands, markets, fairs, shows, talks, groups, parties etc in our new premises. And we were right. It even has a stage and a top-line professional sound system and loads of space.

It also has brick arch character and columns in abundance. Also a ton of ghosts that we managed to "move on" - mostly.

So, when you wish for things, wish big 'cos you get what you ask for. You also get it a the time you need it too, so patience people.

Now all we need is more local support and Columbus will get the wine it deserves.

Thank you Pete N.
Thank you Reid W for being open to this venture.