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Step 2 – Identify Your Desired Type of Wine Operations

The next important step in getting started in the wine industry is deciding which type of wine operation(s) you intend to conduct. The most common types of wine operations are listed below.  If you intend to conduct an operation you do not see listed below, or if you plan to produce or handle only wines containing less than 7 percent alcohol by volume, please contact the National Revenue Center.

Types of Wine Premises Operations

Other Wine Operation Types

While the application procedures among the various operations might have similarities, there are significant differences between them that will affect how you become qualified to operate.

 

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Last reviewed: November 7, 2016
Last updated: January 9, 2018
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