Raftmen, Wines and Wine Consumption

Description

Marie-Christine Egger tells about innkeepers and wine taverns, coopers and barrel makers, sinners, cellar masters, wine tasters, raftmen, haulers and boat pullers in the lively and festive Solothurn. The Romans brought wine in amphorae to Salodurum. They often also used tubes made of goat or pig skin. A graffiti in Pompeii reads: "We are full like the tubes!" In the Middle Ages, wooden barrels were used for transport. Charlemagne prescribed these for wine transport as well, unaware of the fermentation process. But the barrels were not tight. Fortunately, the raftmen on the Aare always had a supplementary small barrel with them. However, this was never enough. In the Middle Ages, people loved to improve wine with exotic spices. The quantities consumed were astonishingly high because water in the cities was scarce and full of pathogens. The sewage from the sewers went into the groundwater, which fed the soda wells. Even servants received wine, and cooking was preferred in wine rather than water. Wine was a staple food! In the 14th century, craftsmen formed guilds. The opulent festivals took place in the guild rooms, not in the guest rooms. Brotherhood is made by roast juice! All who practiced the craft around wine were members of the innkeepers' guild. Although women were not allowed to drink in the guilds, women also appreciated drinking skills and demonstrated them. In 1449, Solothurn and Le Landeron formed a citizenship agreement. This contract was regularly renewed and led to a close friendship. Even today, most of the citizen wine comes from Le Landeron. Why these vines fell to the citizen hospital, about the wine consumption of patients and nursing staff, there are many funny stories. Although the favorite sister city in the west grows its own wine; unfortunately, it is the sourest wine in the world. Why the jealous neighbors tell this and why a man from Grenchen sold his wife for a measure of wine can be found out on this entertaining tour with Marie-Christine Egger. Gotthelf said about the people of Solothurn: Chalchbode vertreit meh! Cheers! Registration only required for groups.

Highlights

• Historical stories about wine and wine consumption
• Insights into the wine traditions of Solothurn
• Event at Baseltor

General Information

The event "Raftmen, Wines and Wine Consumption" offers an exciting overview of the history of wine in Solothurn. Marie-Christine Egger guides participants through the traditions and customs surrounding wine, from antiquity to the Middle Ages.

Location

Hauptgasse 83, 4500 Solothurn, Switzerland

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