In Roman mythology, the god of wine is known as Bacchus, equating to the Greek god Dionysus. Bacchus symbolizes not only the good times associated with wine but also the chaos and liberation that can arise from indulgence. Celebrated through various festivals and rituals, he represented fertility, revelry, and the transformative power of wine. Bacchus' role emphasizes the importance of celebration and the dual nature of intoxication—both joy and excess within the human experience.