Business Wars Gallo: Godfathers of Wine | The Gangster and The Grape Grower | 1
Oct 5, 2020
Two brothers from Italy arrive in the U.S. with dreams of success but stumble into a chaotic life of cons and crime. Prohibition forces them into the perilous world of bootlegging, setting off a chain of disastrous events. Unbeknownst to them, their violent legacy will pave the way for their sons, Ernest and Julio, to reshape the wine industry and create the world’s largest wine company. This gripping tale reveals family tensions, criminal escapades, and the remarkable transformation from a troubled past to a thriving dynasty.
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Mike's Extortion
- Mike Gallo extorted money from a man in a hotel room, stealing $1,000.
- This money helped start the Gallo Wine Company.
Joe Sr.'s Saloon Scam
- Joe Sr. tricked the Ginolios into buying his failing saloon for $2,000.
- He filled the bar with people offered free drinks to create a false impression of success.
Mike's Priest Con
- Mike, disguised as a priest, conned Mr. Folda out of $900 in a staged prayer.
- Police, who had been watching Mike's gang, arrested him and his accomplice.