Germany leads the EU in bottled wine imports, reaching 713,000 hectoliters in 2023. The Netherlands follows closely, with an import volume of 688,000 hectoliters. Both countries show modest growth, reflecting stable wine consumption trends. Ireland and Belgium exhibit moderate import volumes, while Poland and France display smaller figures, indicative of diverse consumption preferences. Croatia and Romania's import volumes show steady, slower growth, along with Austria and Lithuania, suggesting niche wine market developments.
Future trends to monitor include:
- Germany and the Netherlands continuing as major wine import markets.
- Potential growth in Poland due to evolving consumer preferences.
- Increasing interest in premium wines across EU countries.
- Impact of sustainability and organic wine production on consumer choices.
- Fluctuations in import volumes influenced by economic conditions and trade policies.
Top countries in Top Bottled Wine Importing EU Countries
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Hectoliters | Last Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 713 | 2016 | |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 688 | 2016 | |
| 3 | 3 Ireland | 342.51 | 2016 | |
| 4 | 4 Belgium | 289.5 | 2016 | |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 229 | 2016 | |
| 6 | 6 France | 161 | 2016 | |
| 7 | 7 Croatia | 89.62 | 2016 | |
| 8 | 8 Romania | 56.1 | 2016 | |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 41 | 2016 | |
| 10 | 10 Lithuania | 40 | 2016 |
