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"When we reviewed the Sera Fina
Cellars' business model, it became appar-
ent their numbers were strong," reports
Anzalone. "What also impressed us is
that they are part of a network of closely
connected, successful wine businesses
that will help Sera Fina Cellars succeed."
Tech CU requires annual financial
statements from Sera Fina Cellars. The
winery must maintain a member account
with the credit union.
Financing creates new possibilities
The property that Sera Fina Cellars sits
on was originally a country home. Scotto
began leasing it in 2010 and has done a lot
of work to transform it into a commercial
winery and hospitality center, including
expanding the driveway and adding a
parking lot, improving ADA access and
adding a 3,000-square-foot patio that
overlooks the foothills. Landscaping and
two bocce courts have been added.
In the spring of 2011, Scotto planted the
