Bordeaux wine industry faces crisis as production plummets

The Bordeaux wine industry in France is experiencing a crisis, with vineyard sizes shrinking and wine production declining by 28% over the past five years. Prominent winemaker Eric Merle expressed concern over changing consumer preferences, as many people are no longer interested in red wine. This situation has led to a significant reduction in the number of vineyards, prompting some winemakers to consider selling their estates.

Bordeaux wine industry faces crisis as production plummets
Published Sep 11, 2026
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