In 2023, Italy was the dominant exporter of wine and grape must in Europe, accounting for 94.88% of the export volume. Major shifts included declines in exports from Germany and Italy by 13.01% and 11.81%, respectively. Positive growth was seen in Portugal (3.38%), France (3.62%), and Latvia (3.55%). Belgium experienced a notable surge with a 54.86% increase, while the Netherlands saw a 14.35% rise. From a longer-term perspective, countries like Poland and Sweden also recorded significant improvements in export volumes.
Looking ahead, the European wine and grape must market may face fluctuations in traditional markets, given Italy's substantial share and recent declines. Rising players like Belgium and the Netherlands could further capitalize on increasing demand. Future trends to watch include shifts in sustainability practices affecting production and export preferences, as well as evolving consumer preferences in emerging markets.
Top countries in Export of Wine and Grape Must Share by Country (Liters)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 94.88 | 2023 | -0.56% | -11.81% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Portugal | 3.25 | 2023 | +19.21% | +3.38% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Slovakia | 3.24 | 2023 | +5.59% | +1.01% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 0.96 | 2023 | -0.41% | -13.01% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 0.81 | 2023 | -13.25% | +0.7% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Greece | 0.73 | 2023 | +0.7% | +1.73% | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 0.65 | 2023 | +5.65% | +3.62% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Latvia | 0.45 | 2023 | +3.7% | +3.55% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Belgium | 0.41 | 2023 | +15.37% | +54.86% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Austria | 0.34 | 2023 | +1.02% | +11.1% | View data |
