Global Wine Production Hits Lowest Level Since 1961

Extreme weather and climate change drive a 2% decline in 2024, with Europe seeing its lowest output of the century.

The International Organisation of Vine and Wine (OIV) estimates global wine production for 2024 at 227–235 million hectolitres, the lowest since 1961.
Production is down 2% from 2023 and 13% below the average of the past decade, driven by early frosts, heavy rainfall, and prolonged droughts.
European wine output, which represents 60% of global production, fell 11%, with France experiencing a 23% drop, the largest decline among major producers.
Italy reclaimed its position as the world's top producer with 41 million hectolitres, while Spain remains in third place despite slight improvements over 2023.
Southern Hemisphere production reached its lowest levels in two decades, with the region unable to offset northern shortfalls due to increased climatic volatility.