Origin and history
Grapes are the fruit of the grapevine, a plant cultivated for over 6,000 years in the Mediterranean region. Originating in Asia Minor, they were already revered in antiquity by the Egyptians and Greeks, who considered them a symbol of vitality and prosperity. A source of pleasure, nutrition, and health, grapes are now one of the most consumed fruits in the world, whether eaten fresh or in the form of wine, juice, or dietary supplements. In herbal medicine, they are recognized for their antioxidant, circulatory, and revitalizing properties .