90% of some of the world's traditional wine regions could be gone in decades. It's part of a larger problem.
Global wine industry faces existential threat from climate change, traditional regions at risk of disappearing.
- Bilawal Riaz
- 1 min read
Climate change is posing a significant threat to the global wine industry, with traditional wine regions like those in Europe and Southern California facing the risk of disappearing due to unfavorable conditions for grape production caused by rising temperatures. Studies suggest that up to 90% of specific wine regions could be at risk of disappearing by the end of the century, with factors like drought and heat waves exacerbating the situation. While some regions might become unsuitable for wine production, rising temperatures could make other areas like Washington State, Oregon, Tasmania, and Northern France more conducive to grape growing. Adaptation to the changing climate is deemed essential for wine producers to ensure global supply and quality.