This time of year is perfect for a picnic—to pack a hamper, pick a spot and enjoy oneself in nature eating al fresco. You know I will be putting some wine in my hamper to…
Happenings The annual Best in the West Rib Cook Off takes place Wednesday, Aug. 28, through Monday, Sept. 2, at the Nugget Casino Resort in downtown Sparks. The annual Labor Day weekend event spans more…
I enjoy a nice meal—and love great wines. You can get both at once at a winemaker dinner, where a multi-course meal is paired with wines from a specific winemaker, who often provides insights into…
For the average consumer, purchasing an unfamiliar wine can be confusing. There are so many regions, so many wine types, and so many wine awards—including medals and scores. Each of these involves its own processes…
Wine is much more than just a beverage we consume. Wine’s history and importance are as old as civilization itself; evidence of its production dates back to 6000 B.C. In ancient Rome, wine was central…
Most of us don’t think about how the wines we buy in a retail store get there … but why can you find some wines in seemingly every store, while others are nearly impossible to…