NOTE 6 – NOTES PAYABLE

 

In February of 2017, the Company purchased property, including vineyard land, bare land and structures in the Dundee Hills AVA under terms that included a 15 year note payable with quarterly payments of $42,534 at 6%. The note may be called by the owner, up to the outstanding balance, with 180 days written notice. As of December 31, 2024 and 2023, the Company had a balance of $995,968 and $1,100,735, respectively, due on this note.

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