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Medieval Period & Monasticism

Monks and wine. Is there any more fascinating story in the history of wine? In this category dive deep into the influence of monasticism in the Medieval period of winemaking.

The Franciscans and Viticulture in the Old World and the New

The Franciscans and Viticulture in the Old World and the New In the late nineteenth century, the German artist and art critic Eduard von Grützner began working on a style of painting that would […]

The Benedictines and their Role in European Wine Production during the Middle Ages

The Benedictines and their Role in European Wine Production during the Middle Ages The decline and fall of the Western Roman Empire could have spelled disaster for viticulture in Western and Central Europe. The […]

The Intriguing Tale of Wine, Monarchs, and the King’s Disease “Gout”: A Comprehensive Exploration of the Historical and Scientific Nexus

Gout, a painful form of arthritis, has been a subject of medical literature for centuries. Its historical association with the affluent and the royal, coupled with its connection to the consumption of wine, has […]

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