The Valuation of Vineyards, Wineries, Breweries, and Distilleries

Vineyards, wineries, breweries, and distilleries are anything but ordinary properties. They blend real property with tangible and intangible assets, specialized equipment, distinctive designs, and operational considerations, making their valuation challenging and exciting. The Valuation of Vineyards, Wineries, Breweries, and Distilleries is your definitive guide to mastering the complexities of this distinctive property type. This book provides tools to help you rise to the challenge of appraising these properties for financing, estate planning, or tax or other purposes.

Packed with expert insights, this guide explores the key players, market forces, and valuation principles that shape vineyards, wineries, breweries, and distilleries today. Whether you're new to the field or a seasoned professional looking to sharpen your skills, you'll find rich content covering everything from historical context to the latest industry trends.


With useful guidance on applying the cost, sales comparison, and income capitalization approaches—plus invaluable data sources to help you support your analyses—this book is as practical as it is comprehensive. The Valuation of Vineyards, Wineries, Breweries, and Distilleries provides clarity and depth to help you deliver sophisticated valuations of these properties with confidence.

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