Agriculture: Yet slightly larger wine harvest than feared
The situation remains unchanged: the harvest yield for the 2026 vintage is below average. But it won't be as bad as the German Wine Institute last feared.
Germany's 2026 wine harvest is expected to be less poor than initially feared, with final estimates from the Deutsches Weininstitut (DWI) predicting 7.7 million hectoliters, equal to last year's level and 10% below the 10-year average of 8.7 million hectoliters. This is a significant upward revision from the DWI's previous forecast of a 20% decline.
Regional variations are evident, with Rheinhessen, Pfalz, and Baden expecting harvests close to or above last year's levels, while Mosel and Württemberg anticipate significantly lower yields. All 13 wine-producing regions report exceptional grape quality and health, suggesting high-quality wines.
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