A team of archaeologists has made a groundbreaking discovery that sheds light on the ancient secrets of Roman wine production, uncovering the remnants of a coastal villa dedicated to viticulture in Burriana's Sant Gregori site. The preliminary findings from the research have been published in the monograph Between the Land and the Sea: On Villae Maritimae in the Roman West, edited by Scienze e Lettere, Rome, 2024.
Excavations at the Sant Gregori site in Burriana have unveiled a plethora of evidence indicating that this ancient coastal villa was once a thriving hub of viticulture. Researchers, led by the Mediterranean [...], have spent years painstakingly excavating and analyzing the site to unravel its mysteries. Their discoveries have provided invaluable insights into the inner workings of Roman wine production, debunking long-held assumptions and shedding light on the unknown.
This extraordinary find is set to rewrite the history books on Roman wine production, as the team's meticulous excavation has unearthed an array of artifacts, fragments, and texts that elucidate the mechanisms behind this vital aspect of ancient Roman life. As these archaeologists delve deeper into the site, they continue to make remarkable discoveries that shed light on the significance of the villa's strategic coastal location and its critical role in viticulture and wine trade.
These excavations offer a glimpse into a previously hidden world of ancient Roman wine production. The team's pioneering research has opened doors to understanding the viticulture industry in the ancient Mediterranean world, inviting the exploration of a vital aspect of ancient civilization.