The year-on-year increase in the crush was driven by red varieties, which were up by 20 per cent, while the crush of white varieties was 2 per cent higher than in 2024 The 2025 Australian winegrape crush is estimated to be 1.57 million tonnes, 160,000 tonnes (11 per cent) more[Read More…]
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Wine Australia’s strategic plan addresses grape and wine sector challenges
It addresses supply and demand imbalance, changing consumer behaviours and environmental shifts Wine Australia has released its five-year Strategic Plan 2025–30, outlining how it will support Australian grapegrowers, winemakers and exporters in navigating current pressures while building a more resilient, profitable and sustainable future. Shaped in direct response to the industry’s[Read More…]
Japanese trade professionals explore Australian wine regions
The guests embarked on a tour of Sydney, Hunter Valley, Melbourne and Yarra Valley Wine Australia recently hosted a successful inbound visit by five Japanese on-premise professionals as part of its ongoing efforts to grow the profile of Australian wine in Japan. The guests were the top-performing participants from the[Read More…]
Wine Australia launches unified push to boost local wine consumption
The initiative responds to data from the IWSR Australian Wine Landscapes Report 2024, which shows a declining number of domestic wine drinkers The Australian grape and wine sector is being called to rally behind an exciting new message that reframes how domestic consumers connect with Australian wine. The message is[Read More…]
New EcoVineyards guides empower Australian winegrowers
Developed under the national EcoVineyards program—funded by Wine Australia—the four best-practice management guides offer clear, step-by-step advice focused on three key areas: soil health, ground cover, and functional biodiversity Australia’s winegrape growers now have access to a suite of free, practical guides designed to encourage long-term, low-intervention vineyard management through[Read More…]
Future leaders 2025 cohort announced to steer Australia’s wine industry forward
The Future Leaders program has established itself as a premier platform for fostering the next generation of forward-thinking and resilient leaders in the Australian wine industry Wine Australia has announced a dynamic new cohort for the 2025 edition of Future Leaders, the nation’s flagship leadership development program for the grape[Read More…]
Behind the Bottle: How Wine Australia winning back global markets
Paul Turale, General Manager of Marketing at Wine Australia Following removing Chinese import tariffs in early 2024, Australian wine has seen a significant resurgence in key international markets, especially in the premium segment. Paul provides detailed insights into the factors driving this growth, including Wine Australia’s efforts to diversify its[Read More…]
Australian wine exports to China exceed $ 1 Bn one year after removal of tariffs
The average value of exports increased by 33 per cent to $4.09 per litre free on board (FOB), the highest average value in almost two decades In the 12 months ended March 2025, Australian wine exports increased by 41 per cent in value to $2.64 billion and by 6 per[Read More…]
Australian traders ‘ visit strengthens trusted trading partnership
Japan is Australia’s ninth largest market for wine by value, importing 11.3 million litres for a total value of $45 million, and the third largest market for Australian agriculture While global trade faces uncertain times, the focus was on reinforcing long-term trusted trading partnerships at the Australian Food and Wine[Read More…]
US tariffs pressure Australian wine exports but China market booms
Australian wine producers are demonstrating resilience through diversified global growth and proactive marketing initiatives As the United States enforces a 10 per cent tariff on all Australian goods, including wine, the Australian wine industry is taking proactive steps to navigate the challenge. Wine Australia, the country’s national wine marketing and[Read More…]
