France 2026 wine harvest hits 30-year low, down 17% on heatwaves and drought

Agreste estimates the 2026 French wine harvest at 33.9 million hectoliters, a 17% drop from the 2021-2025 average and one of the lowest in 30 years. The decline stems from reduced vineyard area and yields hit by summer heatwaves and drought, with strong regional contrasts. This signals accelerating climate impact on a key agricultural sector, with potential supply and price implications for global wine markets.