The ancient history of Israeli grape pips and wine
Excavations have given proof of a flourishing wine industry in the Byzantine and early Arab period, especially at sites like Shivta, Halutza, Nitzana, and Avdat.
PROF. GUY BAR-OZ from the University of Haifa at the ceremonial planting of the ancient varieties in a new vineyard at Avdat. (photo credit: Devorin Media)ByADAM MONTEFIORE