What if the next big opportunity in real estate has nothing to do with buildings—and everything to do with grapes? In this episode, Angel sits down with Mason Moreland, founder of Texas Vine Country, to explore an unconventional path in real estate investing: vineyard syndication. Mason shares how he moved from a background in biology and environmental consulting into building and managing wine grape vineyards in West Texas. The conversation highlights how investors can spot disruptive trends, diversify their portfolios outside of traditional multifamily real estate, and capitalize on agricultural niches most people overlook. With humor, insight, and real data, Mason makes a compelling case for why vineyards might be the next frontier for strategic investors.

 

[00:01 - 04:15] From Lizards to Land Deals

• Mason shares his career journey from herpetology to real estate
• Emphasizes the value of having a diverse background
• Sets the stage for his pivot into vineyard investing

 

[04:16 - 08:40] The Vineyard Investment Blueprint

• Introduction to Texas Vine Country (TVC) and its partnership structure
• Explains the process of building vineyards from scratch
• Breaks down how syndication works in this agricultural model

 

[08:41 - 12:00] Why Disruption Matters

• Mason explains how to identify industries ripe for disruption
• Compares the current state of Texas vineyards to early-stage tech markets
• Talks about how disruption creates opportunity for investors

 

[12:01 - 16:25] The Grape Math

• Financial breakdown of vineyard operations
• How much land, water, and capital are needed
• Timeline from planting to profitability

 

[16:26 - 21:55] Lessons From the Dirt

• Real-world experiences and challenges from running vineyard projects
• Importance of resilience and adapting in unfamiliar territory
• Final thoughts on building legacy wealth through land-based investments

 

 

Connect with Mason:

 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mason-moreland/

 

 

Key Quotes:

 

“I’m not a vineyard expert—I just know how to build the right team around a hard problem.” - Mason Moreland

 

“Disruption isn’t just about tech. Sometimes, it’s a dirt field no one’s paid attention to in decades.” - Mason Moreland

 

 

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