Sitting in class, looking at pictures of scenic vineyards from around the world, I long to be there. They all seem as calm as they are attractive to the eye. Yet, driven by these peaceful plots is a thriving industry. The wine industry is in the midst of a golden age as production and quality are reaching new highs in places around the world. So can I be part of this golden age? Can a small investment of a few acres become profitable and provide high quality wine grapes? The following is an attempt to further explore my dream of owning a vineyard by determining the basic processes and costs needed to run a successful vineyard. The process of conceptualizing a new vineyard began with determining what general area of ​​the world it would be located. An American vineyard is interesting in this case since there are no citizenship and/or language issues. From New England, to the Midwest, to the West; Vineyards exist throughout the United States. California's booming grape and wine industry, along with superb growing conditions, make it an attractive option for a vineyard. As you begin to narrow down a region for a vineyard, it becomes possible to conjure up potential varieties to grow. Pinot Noir is currently the most popular grape in California, and although it is difficult to grow, it has great yield potential. One of the oldest grape varieties, the wine made from these grapes was prized by the ancient Romans and by all who appreciate today's great Bordeaux pinot noir. His age and genetic instability have produced hundreds of clones. When selecting a clone, small, quality berries are important for a good berry-skin ratio and a high-quality wine. Additionally, a clone with sparse berries is more resistant to botrytis, an unwanted fungus that removes water from grapes. Keeping quality and botrytis resistance in mind, the 777 pinot noir clone was selected as it is characterized by low quality grapes and botrytis resistance. Additional characteristics of clone 777 compared to other pinot noirs include a short life cycle (late budding and early maturity), a higher degree of sugar content, moderate yields and weak acidity. Once region and clone selection is complete, site-specific selection is the next step. Somona's reputation for producing good pinot noirs makes the county an ideal choice. Pinot Noir's passion for cold weather seems to be particularly satisfied by one particular AVA in Somona. The Russian River Valley in Somona is blanketed every evening by a refreshing fog from the Pacific Ocean.