Recently researchers have discovered that red wine may have a number of health benefits. But back in 1915 advertisers did not need any research to back up their claims that wine was a panacea.
Here is a New York wine marketing itself as a tonic for convalescent patients.

Wine for the Convalescent Patient
Those in the know drink it as a tonic because it carries the “condensed sunshine of the famous Keuka valley, the most beautiful and healthful spot on earth.” Cheers!