Wine, this crystal clear liquid, has accompanied the long years of the Chinese nation, flowing with a rich and colorful wine culture. Today, let's talk about the history of Chinese wine culture and explore the joys and sorrows that accompany wine.
Back in ancient times, our ancestors discovered the existence of wine. At that time, sake was not what we have today, but a primitive drink made from natural fermentation of fruits, honey, etc. Imagine that our ancestors put the uneaten fruits in clay pots after picking the fruits, and after a long time, the fruits fermented and produced aromas, which was the earliest "wine".
Over time, people began to consciously brew liquor. According to historical records, during the Xia Dynasty, Du Kang invented the rice wine, which was an important milestone in the history of Chinese winemaking. By the Shang and Zhou dynasties, wine had become an important drink, closely linked to social activities such as sacrifices and banquets.
When it comes to Chinese wine culture, it is impossible not to mention the ancient literati. Wine, for the literati, is not only a source of inspiration, but also an emotional sustenance. Many popular psalms are born in a drunken haze. For example, Li Bai's poem "Drawing a knife to cut off the water and the water is more flowing, raising a glass to eliminate sorrow is more sorrowful", this poem is a typical example of expressing inner anguish after drinking.
The literati not only loved to drink, but also to taste wine. They use wine tasting to cultivate their temperament and express their emotions. For example, Wang Xizhi's "Orchid Pavilion Preface" was improvised at a drinking party, and this calligraphy is known as "the first line of calligraphy in the world", which shows the great influence of wine on literati.
In ancient China, wine was also endowed with a special social function and became an important part of the ceremonial system. For example, in ancient sacrifices, wine was an indispensable sacrifice; At banquets, wine is also a medium of respect and friendship. In addition, the ancient drinking etiquette is also very exquisite, such as "wine over three rounds", "toast do not eat and punish wine" and other sayings, all reflect the important position of wine in etiquette.
Looking back on the long history of Chinese wine culture, it is not difficult to find that wine is closely linked to the destiny of the Chinese nation. It is both a witness to history and a bearer of culture. In today's diversified era, we should continue to inherit and carry forward China's excellent wine culture, so that it can shine with more brilliance in the new historical stage. At the same time, we should also look at the consumption of alcohol rationally, advocate a healthy and civilized drinking fashion, and make wine a beautiful landscape in our lives.