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Uncertainty looms over 2026 wine harvest after heatwaves and wildfires in France

The Ministry of Agriculture has postponed its wine harvest forecasts due to extreme weather conditions.

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The fact

Heatwaves, drought, and wildfires are disrupting grape ripening in several regions.

Winemakers expect more concentrated wines but uncertain yields.

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Why it matters

Ces incertitudes pourraient entraîner une hausse des prix du vin et une baisse des exportations françaises, affectant un secteur clé de l’économie agricole.

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