Meditrinalia
The Meditrinalia was a festival celebrated on 11th October to honor the new wine vintage. This was the first time the new wine was offered as libations to the gods each year.
Date: 11th October
Observances: Libations
Although the festival’s origins are obscure, it was likely connected to Jupiter, the king of the gods. The name Meditrinalia may be derived from the Latin word medendo, which means “healing.” This suggests that the Romans believed that new wine had healing properties.
The Meditrinalia was a time to celebrate the harvest and enjoy the new wine. The festival was a reminder of the Romans’ gratitude for the bounty of the land and their belief in the power of the gods to provide for their needs.
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