The Vintage of Disappointment: France's Wine Harvest in Jeopardy The summer of 2023 has been one of the hottest on record for France, with severe drought and heatwaves ravaging vineyards across the country.
As a result, forecasts predict a 30 year low harvest. Initial estimates suggest a 6% drop from last year's yield and a staggering 17% decrease compared to the five year average.
The impact is most pronounced in regions like Champagne and Jura, where grape yields have plummeted by as much as 50%.