Thursday, 13 November, 2025
The Drinks Business, Amelie Maurice-Jones
Global wine production has ticked up in 2025, with an output of 232 million hectolitres, but remains below average for the third consecutive year, as vineyards continue to grapple with unpredictable weather conditions, according to the International Organisation of Vine and Wine (OIV).
2024 saw global wine production plummet to its lowest level since 1961 – after frost, drought and heavy rains damaged vineyards across continents. This marked a 2% drop from the already historically low 2023, and a 14% decline compared to the last 10-year average.
And the impacts of extreme weather have also been felt in 2025. In Europe, France recorded its smallest harvest since 1957, while Spain’s output dropped to a 30-year low. Rioja reported low yields after hail, mildew and heat, while Castilla-La Mancha saw wine production plummet 30% due to “intense heat.”
But there are causes for celebration. In Italy, production leapt by 8% thanks to favourable climate conditions and vineyard management...
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