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Wine Not International

WINE NOT INTERNATIONAL is a franchise-based Custom Winery concept ideal for those with an entrepreneurial spirit and a passion for wine. WINE NOT INTERNATIONAL wineries are full-service, federally bonded wineries equipped with state-of-the-art fermentation equipment, professional tasting bar and lounge areas. We also provide both direct retail and wholesale sales, customized labeling and a unique customer participation experience.

Franchisor Background

Year Established:

1993

Franchising Since:

2002

IFA Member

Operating Units:
Franchised Units:	8	100%
Company-Owned Units:	0	0%
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Total Operating Units:	8	100%

Geographic Distribution:
U.S.:	8	100%	In 8 States
Canada:	0	0%	In 0 Canadian Provinces
International:	0	0%	In 0 Foreign Countries
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Total:	8	100%

North America:
States/Provinces with the largest number of operating units:
Density	Units
1. Illinois	2
2. Texas	2

Registered in Following Registration States:

California, Florida, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin, District Of Columbia

Financial Requirements

Investment:
Minimum Net Worth:	$100-500K
Cash Investment:	$85-150K
Total Investment:	$250-350K
Average Total Investment:	$300K

Fees:
Initial Franchise Fee:	$50K
Average Franchise Fee:	$50K
On-Going Royalty:	5%
Average Royalty:	5%
Advertising Fee:	0

Average Number of Employees:

2 Full-time, 2 Part-time

Space Needs (in square footage):

2,500-3,000

Preferred Sites:

Free-standing Building, Strip Center

Other Sites:

Encourage Conversions?

Yes

Earnings Claims Provided?

Listed in the SBA Registry?

Support and Training

International Franchise Association:	Yes
Canadian Franchise Association:	No
Franchisee Association/Member:	Yes, Member
Size of Corporate Staff:	10
Site Selection Assistance?	Yes
Lease Negotiation Assistance?	Yes
Financial Assistance?	No

Marketing Support:
Co-Op Advertising:	No
National Advertising:	No
Regional Advertising:	No
Local Advertising:	No
Marketing Materials:	None Specified
Additional Services:	None Specified
Other Marketing Support:	None Specified

On-Going Support:
Central Data Processing:	Included in Fees
Central Purchasing:	Included in Fees
Field Operation Evaluation:	Included in Fees
Field Training:	Included in Fees
Initial Store Opening:	Included in Fees
Inventory Control:	Included in Fees
Franchisee Newsletter:	Included in Fees
Regional or National Meetings:	Included in Fees
800 Telephone Hotline:	Included in Fees

Training:
1. On-Site Training	1 Week

Franchisee Qualifications

Ranked from 1 (unimportant) to 5 (important):

Financial Net Worth:	4
General Business Experience:	3
Specific Industry Experience:	2
Formal Education:	3
Psychological Profile:	3
Personal Interview(s):	5

Minority Representation

Units Owned by Minorities:
African-American:	N/A
Asian-American:	N/A
Hispanic:	N/A
Native American:	N/A
Other:	N/A
Specific Minority:	We are actively working with Native American groups, i.e. the establishment of Wine Making facilities in their properties.

Terms of Contract

Term of Initial Contract:	10 Year(s)
Term of Renewal Period:	10 Year(s)
Passive Ownership:	Allowed, But Discouraged
Area Development Agreements?	Yes, for 1 Year(s)
Sub-Franchising Contracts?	Yes
Franchisees Allowed to Expand Within Territory?	Yes

Expansion Plans

Projected New Units Over Next 12 months:

U.S.:	Yes, All United States
Canada:	No
Overseas:	Yes, Caribbean

Franchisor Background

Year Established:

Franchising Since:

IFA Member

Operating Units:

Geographic Distribution:

North America: