Author: Libbie Agran

Falanghina is an ancient white grape, reportedly of Greek Origin. Around the 7th century BCE the Greeks explored Southern Italy and determined that the climate was perfect for cultivating vines.

Pinot Gris. Source: Foundation Plant Services – University of California, Davis. Pinot Gris...

This red wine grape (species Vitis vinifera) is also known as Cinsaut, Cinq Sao and Ottavianello.

Archaeology and sciences focusing on geology and plant remains provide the best starting point for discovering the beginnings of viticulture. Ancient organics deriving from grapes and wine are being studied with radiocarbon dating, high-resolution microscopy, and DNA analysis.

Pottery provides the archaeological record to study various aspects of amphorae design, their contents and their use in commerce and trade. Each of the clay amphorae described is unique in its geographical location, purpose, use, and cultural history.