Global wine production took a serious hit in 2017. I just wrapped my commentary on The Weather Channel. Our topic was about the historical drop in wine production. Literally down 8.6% globally as reported by the OIV (International Organisation of Vine & Wine). This is the lowest of the low in 60 years. Europe overall is down 15%. Surprisingly this did not drastically affect the California wine production. The wildfires in Northern California had little effect on wine production and Napa Valley is back to normal. US production is down just 1%.
Looking at global wine production overall, Italy is the leading producer of wine in the world. France a strong second, followed by Spain. The bulk wine producers (who also supply some of the French budget wine) were particularly hard hit. Overall Spain’s production is down 20%, France 19% and Italy down 17%. I was in El Bierzo, Spain, Bardolino, Italy and Provence, France last year and witnessed personally some of the impacts which were heartbreaking. This due in part to bad weather conditions, including late winter frost, and hail storms.
Australia maintained their foothold and South America has recovered from the devastating 2016 El Nino impact. South Africa held their own in spite of their long drought conditions.
What does this mean to you? There will be some price increases. Particularly hard hit will be the budget wines, $10/bottle and below. Regardless of where you are, we are all likely to feel some personal impact due to the decrease in global wine production. For the budget wines, the impact will be felt sooner versus later. On wine that age, say, like a Bordeaux, it may be a few years before we experience the full extent of the impact in the pocketbook. It’s going to truly be an interesting vintage.
Source: OIV.com
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Nap time.
In the name of Grand Cru, I traveled to a winery called @vallepicciola located in the heart of Chianti near Siena. I came away with an unforgettable experience and a number of significant moments.
The launch of some of the most hedonistic, exquisitely made and remarkable wine I've tasted in Italy. From the lusciously decadent white, which made 💋🍷💋#TheWineSiren feel like I was in the heart of Chablis to their outstanding take on a Bordeaux blend. I must say, this wine is simply divine. Pair that with a mouthwatering price point and you've got a delicious way to drink very special wine that won't bankrupt you or your friends.
Photos:
1) With Grand Cru Winemaker, Alessandro Cellai. Who inspired us all.
2) 2019 Migliore the incomparable Bordeaux blend with just 2,500 bottles, and a few large format bottles. Me? I'd like the Balthazar, please.
3) The town of Siena at sunset.
4) The incredible soil of the vineyards producing the wine of Vallepicciola. The composition of which are areas alternating with amalgams of clays, calcareous marl, bluish marl, tuff, sandstone and sand.
5) Just a portion of the winery open for tasting and experiences.
6) The stunning Grand Cru tasted.
7) The Vallepicciola gift box that needs to be on your list.
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It was fantastic to see you on The Weather Channel, Kelly. Great commentary! It will definitely be interesting to see how reduction in yields impacts pricing in different price levels.
Thanks so much Ryan. It was far too early for me. Probably more reasonable time for you. It’s definitely going to be interesting in Europe. Thankfully California production was only down 1%. Amazing especially because of the fires.