Depending on the season, Chris Peace spends most of his days writing legislation or planning estates. Now, the lawman is taking on a third profession: vintner.
‘It’s a great escape’: A state delegate’s side gig as a winery owner
Mike Platania
Mike Platania joined BizSense in December 2016. He covers commercial real estate, restaurants and breweries. He graduated from Virginia Tech. Reach him at [email protected] or (804) 554-6872.
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