Ancient Symposium · A numbered 2017 creation
Collectible Greek Wine, Reimagined from Antiquity
Five years of research. Thousands of hours in museums and archives. A limited, handmade edition that brings Greek wine, sculpture and the art of presentation together.
Created in 2017 from 100% Greek grape varieties, this wine draws inspiration from the world of the ancient Greek symposium. Every numbered bottle is presented as a work of art, with details made and signed by the artists behind Ancient Symposium.
The 2017 collector’s edition · individually numbered and signed
The story
Five years in the making
Our research explored ancient Greek wine, vinification, vessels, bottling and presentation. We studied evidence in museum collections and the place of wine in the symposium, then applied that knowledge to the vinification and presentation of this wine. The limited 2017 vinification combines Greek grape varieties with the artistry of our family.
The collector’s edition
A bottle with a story in every detail
Numbered and signed
Each limited edition bottle has a leather label and is sealed with genuine beeswax. A real papyrus accompanies it with the story and information about the wine, its bottle number and the artists’ signatures.
Marble presentation case
The sculptural case is made from the same type of marble associated with the Parthenon. The naturally cool marble embraces the bottle and helps preserve its low temperature.
Symbols of the symposium
The case rests on heads of Dionysus, the god of wine and creative expression. Its wings are shaped from vines and grape clusters. The serpent symbolizes renewal, protection and health. Two kylikes complete the presentation.
The edition is offered as a collectible work. Ask us for the specific bottle number, condition, contents and delivery details before acquisition.
Look closer
The bottle, the case and the craftsmanship
Explore the original photographs of the bottle and its presentation. Tap any image to see a larger version.
Private acquisition
A rare gift for a distinguished collection
€35,000
The 2017 numbered collector’s edition is presented with its signed papyrus, sculptural marble case and two kylikes. Embassies, cultural institutions and private collectors can contact us to learn about the available numbered bottle and its acquisition.
Availability and exact terms are confirmed directly. For adult collectors of legal drinking age.
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A private conversation
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