American's had taken this health message to heart. The Apostle Paul recommended to Timothy to drink wine for his stomach's sake and for his often infirmities. The Bible often makes references to the value of wine for health and enjoyment. Our ancestors knew of its aid to health when drunk in moderation. In fact, up until the 18th century, wine played a central role in medicine.
Wine inhibits the growth of all micro-organisms that are the cause of disease in man.
Because of its alcohol and acid content, they simple die in it. In the modern world, wine is accepted as a healthful drink. Only in the United States are we once again, beginning to rediscover its value to society. For many years, we focused in the dangers of overindulgence. To be sure, there are dangers to the over-use of wine.