The paper presents an exploration of the historical evolution of viticulture and wine, with particular focus on the developing of these trades in the „New World” wine producing countries. Wine's origins, which are hidden in mystery and considered to precede written history, have fascinated the human imagination since antiquity, and its fascination as a miracle elixir continues to this day. Viticulture is often believed to have originated in the eastern Mediterranean, particularly Mesopotamia. While numerous texts have been dedicated to this subject, the ongoing curiosity and desire for knowledge among consumers demands an extensive amount of knowledge on this topic, which is continuously met with real enthusiasm.