Burgundy Wines show growth in a challenging global context

2025 got off to a strong start for Bourgogne wines. In the first three months, exports reached 22 million bottles — the highest level in fifteen years. The second quarter also delivered positive results, though less spectacular than the first. By the end of July, exports totaled more than 57 million bottles, up 5.6% compared to the same period in 2024. This generated record revenue of €951 million, a 2.7% increase year-on-year. Canada played a major role in this growth. During the same seven-month period, French AOC wines overall continued to decline in volume for the fourth year in a row (-1.5% compared to 2024 and -7.7% against the five-year average). In value terms, however, they managed a recovery: +1.3% year-on-year and +5.7% above the five-year average.
Following two generous vintages and a 2024–2025 regional campaign marked by a much smaller 2024 harvest, Bourgogne wine availability will still meet demand, though signs of slowdown are evident. Export markets remain dynamic, with new opportunities to be developed.
- The 2024 harvest, just above 1.2 million hectoliters (over 161.4 million bottles), ranks as the second smallest of the past fifteen years, just ahead of 2021 (1 million hectoliters). It follows two generous vintages, including the exceptional 2023.
- In terms of exports, Bourgogne stands out as one of France’s most dynamic wine regions. Sales rose by +5.6% in volume and +2.7% in value (Jan–Jul 2025 vs. Jan–Jul 2024).
-For the past decade, Bourgogne’s main markets have formed a loyal "Club of 5": United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Japan, and Belgium. Together, they absorb around 62% of exported volumes and nearly 60% of export revenue (2015–2024). In the first seven months of 2025, while the top three markets retained their spots, the ranking shifted: Sweden, which joined this Club in early 2024, rose to 4th place, while Japan dropped out, replaced by Belgium.
(excerpt from a release)