Neolithic period wine

Neolithic period wine refers to the earliest known domestication and production of wine around 6000 BCE, when humans began cultivating grapes and fermenting them into alcoholic beverages. During this time, people transitioned from hunting and gathering to farming, allowing them to grow grapes intentionally. Archaeological finds, such as residues in pottery, indicate that early societies in regions like the Middle East produced wine for religious, social, or ceremonial purposes. These ancient wines laid the foundation for viticulture and brewing practices that continue today, marking a significant step in human cultural and technological development.