Wine is a beverage that has been appreciated throughout history. From priests to Greek and Roman philosophers, poets and beggars, wine has satisfied different thirsts. In this blog post, we present a collection of quotes about wine from some of the most famous people of all time and their perception of this special beverage. The quotes show how wine is seen as a divine and human drink, an elixir that should be tasted and enjoyed, and that can inspire creativity and happiness. We couldn't agree more!
“Wine is like the incarnation-it is both divine and human.” ― Paul Tillich
“Accept what life offers you and try to drink from every cup. All wines should be tasted; some should only be sipped, but with others, drink the whole bottle.” ― Paulo Coelho, Brida
“One should always be drunk. That's all that matters...But with what? With wine, with poetry, or with virtue, as you chose. But get drunk.” ― Charles Baudelaire
“Either give me more wine or leave me alone.” ― Rumi
“it's a smile, it's a kiss, it's a sip of wine ... it's summertime!” ― Kenny Chesney
“I should say upfront that I have never been in a cellar in my life. In fact, I can see no reason why anyone should ever go into a cellar unless there is wine involved.” ― Rachel Hawkins, Hex Hall
“Beer is made by men, wine by God.” ― Martin Luther
“I love everything that is old; old friends, old times, old manners, old books, old wines.” ― Oliver Goldsmith, The Vicar of Wakefield
“Wine is the most healthful and most hygienic of beverages.” ― Louis Pasteur
“Let us have wine and women, mirth and laughter, sermons and soda water the day after.” ― George Gordon Byron
“In wine, there's truth.” ― Pliny the Elder, Natural History
“I pray you, do not fall in love with me, for I am falser than vows made in wine.” ― William Shakespeare, As You Like It
“Wine enters through the mouth, Love, the eyes. I raise the glass to my mouth, I look at you, I sigh.” ― W.B. Yeats
“Wine can of their wits the wise beguile, Make the sage frolic, and the serious smile” ― Homer
Wine is a beverage that has left a mark on the history and culture of the world. Since ancient times, wine has been appreciated for its taste, its ability to inspire creativity and happiness, and of course, its intoxicating effect. As Pliny the Elder said, "In wine, there is truth." So let's raise our glasses and toast to wine, a drink that has united humanity throughout the centuries and continues to delight our palates and souls. Cheers!