Ampelos
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In Greek mythology, Ampelos ("vine") was a satyr and good friend of Dionysus. He is also believed to have been his lover. Ampelos was believed to have been killed in an accident with a bull. After he died, Dionysus turned him into a grape vine and created wine from his blood.
Ampelose (singular: Ampelos) were also a variety of hamadryad.