OIV (The International Organisation of Vine and Wine) has published the first preliminary figures for wine production in 2025. Production is estimated to reach around 232 million hectolitres. This represents a 3% increase compared to the historically low 2024, but still 7% below the five‑year average.
Of the total, the EU produces 140 million hectolitres, though volumes vary between countries. France and Spain show very small harvests, while Italy has recovered to nearly normal levels, and several Central and Southeastern European countries achieve results above average. The USA records only a partial recovery from the low harvest of 2024.
The Southern Hemisphere, with a production of 49 million hectolitres, has made a decent comeback after 2024. Improved conditions in South Africa, Australia, New Zealand, and Brazil have helped offset the sharp decline in Chile. Nevertheless, production still remains slightly below average, largely due to ongoing climate challenges.
Despite regional differences, the global market appears relatively stable: the limited production growth in 2025 is expected to keep stocks balanced, while consumption decreases in mature markets and uncertainty in global trade relations increases.
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