The document discusses the history of wine trade in the Mediterranean region, particularly focusing on Ancient Greece. It describes how wine played an important role in Greek culture and economy during antiquity, with the god Dionysus as the symbol of wine. Wine was widely traded between Mediterranean civilizations and amphorae were commonly used as containers. The modern Greek wine industry continues to build upon this ancient heritage, with over 300 indigenous grape varieties and four main wine-producing regions. The future of the Greek wine industry will focus on balancing domestic and international markets while highlighting traditional varieties.