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November 25, 2025 • 17 mins

The History and Evolution of Ancient Wines In this episode of After Wine School, hosts Keith Wallace and Alana Zerbe delve into the fascinating history of ancient wines. They discuss the origins of wine in Armenia and Georgia, explore the innovative work of the late Patrick McGovern, and examine various ancient wine practices, including the use of goat skins, clay pottery, and the addition of seawater. The discussion also covers the medicinal and cultural significance of wine in ancient Egypt, Greece, and Rome. Throughout the episode, the hosts highlight how many ancient practices still influence modern winemaking while sharing plenty of historical anecdotes and interesting facts about ancient wines.

00:00 Welcome Back to After Wine School

00:51 Dedication to Patrick McGovern

02:50 The Birthplace of Wine: Armenia and Georgia

07:43 Ancient Egyptian Wine Culture

09:45 Greek Symposiums and Wine

12:47 Roman Wine and Practices

15:17 Modern Practices with Ancient Roots

16:02 Conclusion \

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