# Franzese Wine

A rapidly growing wine from the world's first vineyards with a compelling story of transformation

- Canonical URL: https://wefunder.com/franzesewine
- Entity ID: wefunder:company:140251
- Last updated: 2026-06-15T05:01:09Z
- Generated at: 2026-06-15T09:19:51Z

## Quick facts
- Unique wine from the World's First Vineyards
- Big online and social media reach with over 2 million followers
- Solid potential exit based on forecast growth in the wine and spirits category (not guaranteed)

## Active fundraises
- wefunder:fundraise:130650: 4(a)(6) successful (USD)
- wefunder:fundraise:130649: 4(a)(6) successful (USD)
- wefunder:fundraise:92913: 4(a)(6) successful (USD)
- wefunder:fundraise:92914: 4(a)(6) successful (USD)

## Story
From Mobster to Winemaker: A Story of Second ChancesMichael Franzese was once one of the most powerful mob bosses in America — a made man in the notorious Colombo crime family, generating tens of millions per week. Today, he’s a transformed man: a faith-driven entrepreneur, bestselling author, and motivational leader who traded a life of crime for a life of purpose.Franzese Wine isn’t just about pouring great wine. It’s about pouring meaning into every bottle. It's about legacy, redemption, and rewriting your story.Our Wine Comes From the Birthplace of Wine ItselfWe chose Armenia because it's the birthplace of wine. Over 6,000 years ago, in the Areni-1 Cave, the world’s oldest winery was discovered — complete with ancient fermentation vats and grape residue.The indigenous Areni grape has survived centuries of change, growing in volcanic soil and producing bold, expressive wines with deep historical roots.By sourcing from Armenia, we’re not just making wine — we’re reviving the original winemaking tradition and honoring a land where the story of wine began.A Movement of Transformation, Legacy, and RedemptionFranzese Wine is more than just a wine company. It’s a mission-driven lifestyle brand with a story that resonates. Michael's personal transformation is central to everything we do — because we believe everyone deserves a second chance. Our community is growing fast — wine lovers, fans of Michael, and people seeking purpose are rallying behind this message.With $0 marketing spend, Michael Franzese has reached over 2 billion people — thanks to his captivating life story and magnetic presence. His rare perspective and authenticity make him an ideal podcast host and a powerful storyteller, drawing in millions organically. This widespread interest in his journey creates built-in visibility and free promotion for Franzese Wine, making it a brand people are naturally drawn to and curious about.A Huge Growth in Just One YearWe’ve already launched nationally acclaimed wines, built a thriving DTC (direct-to-consumer) channel, and are now expanding into retail placements and events, including virtual wine tastings with Michael himself.Other successful exits and valuations similar to usThe wine and spirits industry has seen massive exits and valuations, especially when backed by powerful storytelling and strong personal brands. Meiomi Wines exited for $315M just seven years after reaching $5.6M in revenue. Francis Ford Coppola Winery reached a $500M exit over a decade. Empathy Wines, co-founded by Gary Vaynerchuk, hit a $100M acquisition in only three years. Meanwhile, Robert Mondavi Winery reached a $1B exit, proving that legacy and craftsmanship still dominate.In the spirits world, Teremana Tequila, founded by Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, reached a valuation as high as $4B, while Aviation Gin, partially owned by Ryan Reynolds, sold for $610M at ~24x revenue. Even niche wine brands like DAOU Vineyards have seen billion-dollar headlines. These exits show the explosive potential in the space when you combine authenticity, brand power, and cultural relevance — a combination Franzese Wine is uniquely positioned to capitalize on.Disclaimer: These examples are for industry context only. Any projections or comparisons are forward-looking and not guarantees of Franzese Wine’s future performance.Why We’re Raising NowWe’re opening up this round of investment to build a business with our community, not behind closed doors. Your investment will:Support retail expansion and get Franzese Wine into more stores and restaurants across the U.S.Accelerate our content-driven marketing, capitalizing on Michael’s massive online presence and story.Launch new products, including non-alcoholic whiskey, brandy, and new wines.Host more intimate, high-impact tasting experiences, online and in person.Join the LegacyFranzese Wine is where ancient tradition, modern excellence, and a powerful story of transformation meet in a glass. When you invest, you’re not just backing a bottle — you’re backing a legacy.This is your chance to be a part of something rare:A brand born from the world’s oldest vineyard…Led by a man with one of the most remarkable redemption stories in America…Poised to shake up the wine world with soul, class, and purpose.

## FAQ
1. **Has anyone had contact or heard anything from anyone at the company after investing and releasing your funds?**
   - Hi Oggie, we have been having quarterly calls with all investors. I believe you have been on one or two of them
2. **Hi, Sam, I am a member of the Franzese skool platform. Can I still invest or did I miss the window? Tom**
   - Not too late yet! Still Open
3. **Hello, what is the return on an investment of about $1000-$5000, and about when would we see a return?**
   - Join our webinar to find out! We go over all the numbers there https://invest.franzesewine.com/
4. **Do you have an annual report for viewing?**
   - Join our call for that!
5. **Also I am in Australia can I invest?**
   - Yes!

## Team
- Samvel Hakobyan (Co-Founder and CEO)
- Michael Franzese (Co-Founder )

## Q&A
- Q: Comment: I can appreciate that the grape typically names the wine. However, these Armenian wines really need a "tastes like" comment on the website to entice the untraveled tastebuds. For example, Malbec: "Reminiscent of a chilled red chardonnay." That comment would be helpful because I typically don't chill a dry red wine (IE: Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon). Areni: "Reminiscent of a dry Lambrusco," and maybe add serving temperature. I like my Lambrusco chilled. To me, the White Semi-Sweet tastes like a light Port Wine. If I'd read, "Reminiscent of a light Port," I'd have been prepared and pleasantly surprised, because I like Port. Instead, I was disappointed that it didn't taste more like a Pinot Grigio. These small website descriptors could prepare the consumer's taste buds for the Armenian flavors, especially for those who have only experienced the limited local grocer selection of Italian and Californian wines. Just my two cents. :-)
  - A: Thank you for sharing. This is valuable feedback!
- Q: Is there an update on this investment? What is the next step once you have secured investment funds?
- Q: I invested enough to qualify for gift. How and when will I receive the perk. Please advise, thank you for your consideration.
- Q: I reserved a $100 so what happens next? Is there anything else I need to do? So I am an investor now?
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- Q: Good day Sam, As an investor I would like to advertise on my race cars and promote through my social media. Who would I talk to about what I can and cannot do and all the legalities. Racing season starts soon and I would like to get the graphics for the cars done. Thank you! David Hunt Dlhunt392@att.net
  - A: Hi David! My apologies, I am just now seeing this. Please send email to me, Sam@FranzeseWine.com. I will direct it from there with our internal team. Thank you for your willingness to support in marketing the brand!
- Q: I invested enough to qualify for gift. How and when will I receive the perk. Please advise, thank you for your consideration.
  - A: Hi Michael, we are waiting for Mr. Michael to return back end of the month to sign the brandy's and we will start shipping the gifts out. We promised to do it after the campaign finished. My apologies for delayed response, I just discovered the questions section.
- Q: I invested enough to qualify for gift. How and when will I receive the perk. Please advise, thank you for your consideration.
- Q: I invested enough to qualify for gift. How and when will I receive the perk. Please advise, thank you for your consideration.
- Q: Are there any updates on what will happen next? What happens if this investment is not fully funded? Is there a time limit?
  - A: Hi Cynthia! My apologies for delayed response. I am just seeing the questions. We have a update call scheduled for 2/20/26 at 5 pm. Please keep eye out for email also link will be in our Skool community.
- Q: I pledged 50,000 on the second zoom, I wanted to speak with someone at Franzese before wiring tomorrow. Can I have a brief call? Debbie
- Q: I unfortunately had to miss the webinar i was registered for, is there any recording available in this case?
  - A: Hey Timothy, unfortunately, no recording is available. Email us hello@franzesewine.com for any questions. Fundraising is closing out very soon.
- Q: When does the period of fundraise ends and the next step of the process begins?
  - A: We are ending the fundraiser at the end of August.
- Q: Hi, I don't drink wine or any alcoholic beverages at all. Can I still be able to invest in franzese wine?
  - A: Yes!
- Q: Can I invest through my broker? (Schwab)
  - A: Please email us hello@franzesewine.com