Overview

• The wine, preserved in a glass urn, is the oldest known liquid wine, predating the Speyer wine bottle by several centuries.
• Chemical analysis confirmed the liquid was originally white wine that has decayed over time, turning reddish.
• The tomb's exceptional preservation conditions allowed for detailed examination of the wine and burial artifacts.
• Findings highlight the cultural significance of wine in Roman funerary customs, particularly for men.
• The research opens new avenues for studying ancient preservation techniques and their applications today.