In laboratory tests, the sensor exhibited a strong, linear response to acetic acid concentrations between 0 and 1 gram per liter — a range that is critical for winemakers, as spoilage typically begins around 0.7 grams per liter.

During the third and fourth centuries CE, wine was a cornerstone of daily life and commerce throughout the Mediterranean.

The grape seeds were discovered years ago by Haifa University researchers in an archaeological cave at the site.

The role of wine and alcohol in Judaism is a fascinating subject. While a central feature of Shabbat, holidays and all lifecyle events, there are drawbacks.

'The wine, perhaps, is not a big surprise, but the fact that it is seasoned with vanilla is amazing,' the excavators claim.

People have been making wine in the Land of Israel for thousands of years, and the tradition of excellence continues today.

Take a look at the modern side of Israel's ancient winemaking tradition.