New 'green' retail concept

VOM FASS OFFERS AN EXCITING, INNOVATIVE AND PROFITABLE FRANCHISE OPPORTUNITY

VOM FASS translates literally as ‘from the cask’, and this is the core concept of the brand. Often described as an Aladdin’s cave for food and drink lovers, VOM FASS retails an extensive selection of fruit vinegars and exquisite oils, selected wines, exotic liqueurs and an interesting selection of fine and rare spirits, all sold straight from the cask. With carefully sourced products from leading Mediterranean and worldwide producers and knowledgeable and enthusiastic staff, VOM FASS offers a quality service with a personal touch. Selling straight from the cask to the customer also brings back that relationship originally found when customers used to buy directly from the producer.

At the core of the VOM FASS concept is flexibility and choice. There are over 70 different designs of bottle, from traditional and classic such as the very popular, stacking tower bottles, to modern and quirky such as the ladies stiletto, Adam and Eve figures and even a football. The bottles come in a variety of sizes, which can all be refilled again and again, giving customers the opportunity to sample small quantities of individual products or buy larger bottles of their favourites.

Richard Mosconi, managing director of VOM FASS UK Ltd, a finalist in the Ernst &Young Entrepreneur of the year award, says: “With interest in fine food and drink growing every year, and an increasing awareness of the health-giving properties of the Mediterranean lifestyle and diet, our product range is perfectly positioned to benefit from these trends.”

SO MANY POTENTIAL MARKETS

Including food, drink and cooking enthusiasts; personal gifts; weddings; corporate gifts; wholesale; catering businesses; restaurants; the licensed trade; and bars.

EXCLUSIVE QUALITY PRODUCT RANGE

Liqueurs including cream liqueurs and cocktails; fine and rare spirits; whiskies and brandies from the barrel; bitters and grappas; wines; extra virgin olive oils; plant, nut and healthy oils (with Omegas 3,6 and 9); and fruit and balsamic vinegars.

THE BACKGROUND TO VOM FASS

VOM FASS was established over 12 years ago. Following its success in the south of Germany, the company expanded into Switzerland, Austria, Japan and the UK and there are now over 210 shops in 18 countries worldwide.

There are 16 shops in the UK, including concessions in prestigious stores such as Harrods and Selfridges and stores opening this year in Windsor and Chester. The company's flagship in Newry, Northern Ireland is opening in early 2009. The plan is to open more than 100 shops over the next 10 years, with most of these being owneroperated franchises.

MANAGEMENT SUPPORT TO FRANCHISEES:

VOM FASS will assist you in all aspects of establishing and developing your business.
Assistance to find suitable premises, plan the layout of your shop and full operational and logistic support.
Full training in how to manage your shop.
The company will train you to become an expert in selling VOM FASS's range of products.
Marketing and PR support.
Assistance with obtaining funding from your bank.
Personalised website, email and intranet sites.

IS A VOM FASS FRANCHISE FOR YOU?

If you can answer 'yes' to all of the following statements call VOM FASS today. It could be the first step along the road of success for you:

Do you have a passion for cooking, fine food and drink?
Do you want to be part of a franchise network that has been established for over 12 years, has international branding and recognition generated by over 210 stores in more than 18 countries across the world?
Would you like the chance to own and run a prestigious retail outlet that you can be proud to call your own?
Does the thought of working with a professional, ethical and environmentally aware franchise network excite you

INVESTMENT

Investment levels will vary according to the size and location of your shop, but it is likely to be in the region of £75,000-£100,000.

You should have at least 40 per cent of the total investment available from your own liquid cash resources. VOM FASS can assist you in obtaining funding for the remainder of your investment, subject to status.