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Started by Duncan Head, Jun 14, 2026, 01:47 PM

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Duncan Head

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DNA from Roman grapes in Tuscany

Jun 14, 2026, 01:47 PM

https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/jun/14/dna-from-2000-year-old-grape-seeds-points-to-origins-of-modern-winemaking

... shows they used to grow white grapes in Chianti!

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Jun 14, 2026, 02:53 PM

But did they have fava beans...?

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Jun 14, 2026, 03:29 PM

Quote from: Imperial Dave on Jun 14, 2026, 02:53 PMBut did they have fava beans...?

Not sure the Romans would appreciate the Hannibal reference.

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