Global wine production rose to 260 million hectoliters in 2022, a 9% increase driven by favorable weather. The United States consumed 33.7 million hectoliters that same year, making it the world's largest single market.
Key Takeaways
- Global wine consumption in 2022 was 234 mhl, down 2.2% from 2021 amid economic pressures
- In 2022, global wine production reached 260 million hectoliters (mhl), marking a 9% increase from 2021 due to favorable weather in the Northern Hemisphere
- The Cabernet Sauvignon grape variety occupied 18% of global vineyard area in 2021, totaling around 340,000 hectares
- France produced 49.7 mhl of wine in 2022, the highest in the world, accounting for 19% of global output despite a slight decline from previous years
- World wine exports by volume reached 99.5 mhl in 2022, valued at €34.1 billion
Global wine production is set to rise, with stronger volumes in key regions driving year over year growth.
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01 · Category
Consumption Patterns18 stats
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Global wine consumption in 2022 was 234 mhl, down 2.2% from 2021 amid economic pressures
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The United States consumed 33.7 mhl in 2022, the largest market representing 14% of global consumption
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France's per capita wine consumption was 42.7 liters in 2022, highest globally despite a declining trend
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Germany consumed 20.1 mhl in 2022, with per capita at 24.3 liters
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UK wine consumption grew to 14.2 mhl in 2022, up 5% driven by premium imports
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China's consumption reached 13.5 mhl in 2022, fastest growing major market at +8%
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Italy's per capita consumption was 34.2 liters in 2022
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Canada consumed 5.6 mhl in 2022, with strong growth in Ontario and BC
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Japan's consumption was 3.4 mhl in 2022, premium segment growing
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Netherlands per capita consumption hit 22.5 liters in 2022
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Belgium consumption per capita 18.9 liters in 2022
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Sweden imported €1.2 billion wine in 2022
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Australia per capita 20.1 liters consumption 2022
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Brazil consumption 3.1 mhl, sparkling leader
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India consumption 0.2 mhl growing fast
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Switzerland per capita 35.4 liters 2022
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US per capita 9.2 liters 2022
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South Korea imports €1.5 billion wine 2022
Interpretation
Consumption Patterns Interpretation
In 2022 global wine consumption fell to 234 mhl, down 2.2% year over year, but key markets showed shifting patterns with the US taking 33.7 mhl and China rising to 13.5 mhl, making consumption less uniform and more polarized across countries.
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Global Production Volumes15 stats
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In 2022, global wine production reached 260 million hectoliters (mhl), marking a 9% increase from 2021 due to favorable weather in the Northern Hemisphere
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Global vineyard surface area stood at 7.2 million hectares in 2021, slightly down from previous years
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In 2021, world wine production was 253 mhl, affected by frost in France and wildfires in the US
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Global sparkling wine production was 25.6 mhl in 2022, led by Prosecco and Cava
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In 2020, world production dropped to 260 mhl due to COVID-19 impacts and weather issues
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World still wine production was 234 mhl in 2022, 90% of total output
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2019 global production was a record 269 mhl, highest since 2004
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EU produced 152 mhl in 2022, 58% of world total
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2018 production was 292 mhl, exceptional year for volume
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Organic wine global area 5% of vineyards in 2021, 360,000 ha
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2023 forecast production 243 mhl, down 7% due to French drought
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Vineyard area in France 788,000 ha in 2021
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Italy vineyards 702,000 ha 2021
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Global bulk wine trade 15 mhl 2022
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Spain vineyards 947,000 ha 2021 largest area
Interpretation
Global Production Volumes Interpretation
Under the Global Production Volumes angle, world wine output climbed to 260 million hectoliters in 2022, a 9% rise from 2021, with still wine making up 234 million hectoliters or about 90% of the total.
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Grape Varieties24 stats
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The Cabernet Sauvignon grape variety occupied 18% of global vineyard area in 2021, totaling around 340,000 hectares
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Merlot covered 12% of world vineyards in 2021 with approximately 230,000 hectares, popular in France and Italy
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Airen grape in Spain spans over 30,000 hectares, representing 15% of Spanish vineyards and used mainly for distillation
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Syrah/Shiraz grape covered 11% of global vineyards in 2021, about 200,000 hectares, strong in Australia
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Chardonnay occupied 9% of world area, roughly 170,000 ha, dominant in Burgundy and California
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Tempranillo spanned 23% of Spanish vineyards, over 45,000 ha, key in Rioja and Ribera del Duero
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Sauvignon Blanc covered 8% of global vineyards, about 150,000 ha, key in New Zealand and Loire
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Pinot Noir occupied 6% worldwide, 110,000 ha, prominent in Burgundy and Oregon
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Garnacha (Grenache) spanned 18% of Spanish area, 35,000 ha, used in blends
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Riesling grape covers 5% globally, 90,000 ha, key in Germany and Alsace
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Sangiovese represents 12% of Italian vineyards, 70,000 ha, base for Chianti
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Monastrell (Mourvedre) occupies 10% in Spain, 20,000 ha, in Jumilla
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Malbec covers 7% of Argentine vineyards, 45,000 ha, iconic variety
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Nebbiolo 3% in Italy, Piedmont's Barolo base
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Albariño key in Rias Baixas, Spain, 4,000 ha
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Pinotage unique to South Africa, 8,000 ha
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Verdejo in Rueda, Spain 6,000 ha
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Godello in Valdeorras, Spain rising, 1,500 ha
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Chenin Blanc 8% South Africa vineyards
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Viognier rising globally, 5,000 ha Australia
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Fiano in Campania, Italy 3,000 ha
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Zinfandel California 50,000 ha
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Primitivo Puglia Italy twin to Zinfandel
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Assyrtiko Santorini Greece volcanic
Interpretation
Grape Varieties Interpretation
Within the grape varieties category, the leading cultivars are concentrated in a few names, with Cabernet Sauvignon alone taking 18% of global vineyard area and Tempranillo reaching 23% in Spain, showing how world wine production is shaped by a small set of dominant varieties.
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Top Producing Countries27 stats
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France produced 49.7 mhl of wine in 2022, the highest in the world, accounting for 19% of global output despite a slight decline from previous years
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Italy's wine production in 2022 was 39.5 mhl, securing second place globally with key contributions from Tuscany and Veneto regions
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Spain produced 36.6 mhl in 2022, third globally, boosted by Rioja and Catalonia but affected by drought in some areas
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United States wine production hit 24.5 mhl in 2022, primarily from California which accounts for 90% of US output
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Australia's wine production was 12.8 mhl in 2022, with South Australia contributing over 50% from regions like Barossa Valley
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Argentina produced 11.2 mhl in 2022, led by Mendoza province which represents 70% of national production
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Chile produced 12.5 mhl in 2022, fourth in South America, with Central Valley contributing 80%
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South Africa's wine production was 10.2 mhl in 2022, led by Western Cape province
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China produced 7.1 mhl in 2022, emerging as a top Asian producer with Ningxia region key
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Portugal produced 6.8 mhl in 2022, famous for Port and Douro Valley wines
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Brazil's wine production was 3.4 mhl in 2022, mainly from Serra Gaucha region
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New Zealand produced 3.2 mhl in 2022, with Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc dominant
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Germany's production was 8.9 mhl in 2022, resilient despite climate challenges
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Hungary produced 3.1 mhl in 2022, known for Tokaji wines
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Romania's output was 5.6 mhl in 2022, emerging Eastern producer
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California's production was 22.4 mhl in 2022, 80% red wines
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Georgia (country) produced 1.8 mhl in 2022, ancient winemaking heritage
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Ukraine output dropped to 0.5 mhl in 2022 due to conflict
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Tuscany, Italy produced 2.5 mhl in 2022, Chianti focus
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Bordeaux, France 5.8 mhl in 2022, down 15% from weather
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Barossa Valley, Australia 0.6 mhl Shiraz in 2022
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Rioja, Spain 65,000 ha, 2.5 mhl production 2022
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Languedoc-Roussillon, France largest region 240,000 ha
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Marlborough, NZ 26,000 ha Sauvignon Blanc
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Veneto Italy 4.5 mhl Prosecco 2022
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Central Valley Chile 100,000 ha
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Oregon US 3% national Pinot Noir
Interpretation
Top Producing Countries Interpretation
In the top producing countries, France led with 49.7 mhl in 2022, and while Italy and Spain followed closely at 39.5 mhl and 36.6 mhl, the overall pattern shows how a few major nations account for the bulk of global wine output even as regional conditions such as drought and year to year changes begin to affect volumes.
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Trade And Economics13 stats
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World wine exports by volume reached 99.5 mhl in 2022, valued at €34.1 billion
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France exported €14.7 billion worth of wine in 2022, 43% of global export value, mainly to the US and UK
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Italy's wine exports were €7.8 billion in 2022, second highest, with strong demand from Germany and US
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Spain exported 22.5 mhl in 2022, third highest volume exporter after Italy and France
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US wine imports were valued at €6.2 billion in 2022, largest importer globally
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Russia imported €2.1 billion in wine in 2022, up due to domestic production limits
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Australia's exports reached €1.8 billion in 2022, mainly to UK and China
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Chile exported 8.9 mhl in 2022, value €2.4 billion, to US and Asia
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Global wine trade value grew 8% to €34.1 billion in 2022
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South Africa exports €0.9 billion in 2022, to UK and Germany
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Argentina exports €0.8 billion, to US mainly
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New Zealand exports €1.6 billion 2022
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Portugal exports €0.9 billion Port/Douro 2022
Interpretation
Trade And Economics Interpretation
In 2022, world wine exports reached 99.5 million hectoliters worth €34.1 billion, showing how global trade is concentrated with France at €14.7 billion (43% of export value) while major importing demand remains concentrated in the US at €6.2 billion, reinforcing the “Trade And Economics” story of powerful market flows shaping the industry.
report visual · Key figures
Global wine production rises in 2022 after disruptions
Production increased in 2022, improving from earlier downturns.
2020
In 2020, world production dropped to 260 mhl due to COVID-19 impacts and weather issues
2021
In 2021, world wine production was 253 mhl, affected by frost in France and wildfires in the US
9%
In 2022, global wine production reached 260 million hectoliters (mhl), marking a 9% increase from 2021 due to favorable
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