Italy wine exports fall

Italian wine exports dipped 3.7% in 2025 to €7.7 billion, following a record year, as global market shifts hit major destinations. Volumes fell to 2.1 billion litres, with sparkling wines performing slightly better in volume but down in value.

The United States saw the sharpest decline, with exports down 9.1% in value and 6.2% in volume. European markets were mixed: Germany held steady in value but dropped 3.2% in volume, while the UK fell 3.8% by value. France and the Netherlands bucked the trend, with notable gains of 3.4% and 5.5% respectively.

Regionally, Veneto remained Italy’s top exporting area at €2.92 billion, followed by Tuscany (€1.17 billion), and Piedmont (€1.15 billion). Overall, Italian producers face a €300 million loss amid continued global challenges.