Wine & Philosophy

The Greek word sympotein means literally "to drink together." In the era of Socrates and Plato, the symposium was a central part of Greek culture: a gathering where men consumed wine freely and debated the issues of the day. Philosophers, wine critics, and winemakers share their passion for wine through well-crafted essays that explore wine's deeper meaning, nature, and significance. "Wine & Philosophy" offers a playfully fresh, insightful - and, at times, controversial - perspective on the philosophical dimensions of wine and wine appreciation. Joining "Beer & Philosophy" and "Food & Philosophy" in the "Epicurean Trilogy, " the essays herein celebrate the ongoing relationship between wine and philosophical reflection, discussion, and debate.