Ancient Wine Practices
Wine in ancient times was often diluted with water and flavored with herbs, spices, or even seawater. The quality of wine varied greatly, with posca being a sour option for soldiers and lora reserved for the poorest. Despite the rise of Christianity and later Islam, wine remained a staple in many cultures, leading to advancements in cultivation and the establishment of appellation systems that define modern wine regions.In this clip
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