Nevada is a great example of how a tiny producer of wine still reaps an enormous economic benefit because of robust consumption, and all the activities and jobs that support it.
Nevada has only a handful of wineries, largely because the liquor wholesalers have persuaded lawmakers to greatly restrict the operations and economic viability of wine producers. Still, the state benefits tremendously from both Direct and Induced impact, not to mention the taxes. The Direct Impact category includes wholesale and retail sectors, which are also part of the Induced impact category, explaining why these categories are so dominant in terms of impact in this state. It goes to show once again that wine is the ultimate value-added product.
Great Grapes: Cinsault
Most commonly associated with southern France and Italy, Cinsault is also grown in Australia, Lebanon, and South Africa. While sometimes featured as a sole varietal, it is more often used as a blending component or red or rose wines.
