French wines: The 2024 harvest is close to historically low levels

Published Nov 8, 2024

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France is experiencing a highly unpredictable weather pattern this year, leading to a significant decrease in the grape harvest by 23%, which is nearing the record lows of 2017 and 2021. The Ministry of Agriculture has forecasted that the 2024 harvest will be approximately 37 million hectoliters, marking a 17% decrease from the five-year average, with key regions such as Burgundy, Beaujolais, and Champagne being significantly impacted. Initially, the expected decline was 18%, but it has been further reduced due to worsening weather conditions.

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The very unsettled climate in France across all regions this year will have a significant impact on the level of the grape harvest. According to the Ministry of Agriculture, they are expected to decline by 23%, close to the historically low levels of 2017 and 2021, years also marked by climatic hazards. All wines concerned As of November 1, the 2024 harvest was estimated at nearly 37 million hectoliters. This represents a decline of 17% compared to the average of the last five years. All types of wine are concerned, particularly in Burgundy, Beaujolais and Champagne, as well as wines intended for spirits which had benefited ...

Source: Bfmtv