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A Once-in-a-Generation Opportunity: Where Vision Meets Fortune in NJ's Wine Renaissanc Exclusively represented by Christie's International Real Estate, this 185-acre preserved estate in Columbus, New Jersey represents something extraordinarily rare: a fully licensed, substantially complete vineyard and hospitality platform poised to generate millions as the region's wine industry explodes onto the international stage. Eighty percent of the critical infrastructure is in place. The heavy capital expenditures have been made. The federal licenses have been secured. The vineyard is established and producing. What remains is approximately 20% of finishing work, primarily focused on completing the tasting room and finalizing interior spaces. For the sophisticated investor, this represents an optimal entry point: past the risk and uncertainty of initial development, yet early enough to imprint your vision on the final product. New Jersey's wine industry is experiencing a fundamental shift. The state's wines are winning international competitions. Critical recognition is accelerating. Yet land values remain a fraction of established regions, creating a rare arbitrage opportunity for those who understand market timing. This property sits less than an hour from NYC, Philadelphia, Princeton, and the Jersey Shore, within reach of approximately 25 million affluent consumers. While remote wine regions struggle with the economics of attracting visitors, this estate benefits from proximity to dense concentrations of high-net-worth individuals who regularly seek premium experiences within convenient driving distance. This property holds federal winery and import licenses that represent years of regulatory navigation and create genuine competitive moats. Immediate production capability. International import authorization. Interstate distribution rights. The winery farm license includes approvals for up to 15 retail salesrooms, enabling a multi-location hospitality model that most operators cannot replicate. Eleven premium grape varieties across 10.5 meticulously maintained acres. An additional 165 tillable acres of preserved farmland offering multiple development pathways: expanded vineyard cultivation, diversified organic agriculture, or integrated agritourism operations. The preserved farm status provides both protection and prestige, positioning any brand built here as authentically committed to sustainable, earth-conscious agriculture. Current agricultural leases generate $42,175 annually, providing immediate cash flow while you execute your broader vision. An 11,000-square-foot historic manor presents multiple high-value use cases: luxury boutique inn, private membership club, exclusive event venue, or personal estate residence. The 5,000-square-foot tasting room, currently in final construction phases, is designed to contemporary hospitality standards with the capacity to deliver premium wine experiences that justify premium pricing. Two Residual Dwelling Site Opportunities carry no size restrictions, enabling construction of custom guest accommodations or private villas. Three potential subdivisions provide strategic flexibility for future partnership structures. This estate supports multiple high-margin revenue streams: luxury weddings commanding five to six figures per event, corporate retreats, wine club memberships generating predictable subscription revenue, culinary programming, and agricultural tourism. The hospitality economics are well-established in comparable markets. Realistically, seven-figure annual revenue is achievable within the first several years of operation.The base offering includes all physical infrastructure, federal and state licensing, the established vineyard, and 185 acres of preserved farmland. For buyers seeking immediate full-scale operation, the seller offers an optional acquisition package including $2 million in wine inventory, comprehensive farming equipment, and commercial winemaking equipment.