In article > , "Tom S" > wrote:
>I can't quote verbatim, but as I recall the head of household is allowed to
>make up to 100 gallons per year, per adult in the household, up to a limit
>of 200 gallons.

Well, sort of. The law states it more simply than that: 100 gallons if there
is one adult in the household, 200 gallons if there are two or more adults.

> It must be made and consumed on the home premises.

False. The law specifically permits removing the wine from the premises "for
personal or family use".

>That said, the ATF looks the other way when it comes to the "home premises"
>part. There wouldn't be any home wine competitions at the fairs if they
>rigorously enforced that rule.

False. The law specifically permits removing the wine from the premises for
organized events such as tastings and competitions.

http://www.atf.gov/alcohol/info/faq/subpages/24_75.htm