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February 24th, 2010
Wine and all its properties have always been a source of fascination with man. It has also proven to be a source of inspiration and interesting writings. Ancient philosophers, medics, and historians often had something to say when it came to wines. Concerning Mediterranean people, the Greek historian Thucydides wrote that they “emerge from barbarism when they learned to cultivate the oil and the vine.” Plato, the philosopher, argued about the ages of drinking. He stated that it should begin at 18, and then wine should be taken in moderation until the ages of 31. However, once a man reached 40, Plato believed there should be no limit so as to help with the “crabbiness of old age.” Even Egypt had a rich history of wine and mystery around it – only pharaohs were allowed to store wine until it matured because such a practice was considered alchemy.
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