French Wine Output Surpasses Initial Forecast

The French farm ministry has adjusted its wine production forecast for this year to 36.2 million hectolitres, matching last year's rain-affected output but still 16% below the five-year average.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Paris | Updated: 07-11-2025 14:43 IST | Created: 07-11-2025 14:43 IST
French Wine Output Surpasses Initial Forecast
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The French Agriculture Ministry has increased its wine production estimate to 36.2 million hectolitres this year, up from last month's prediction of 36.0 million hectolitres. This output level aligns with the previous year's rain-impacted harvest.

The revised projection reflects the latest results from this season's harvest, yet it remains 16% lower than the average production over the past five years.

A hectolitre, equivalent to 100 litres, equals approximately 133 standard wine bottles, underscoring the significance of this adjustment in the broader context of France's wine industry.

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