Wine Australia’s recent roadshows in mainland China and Japan attracted a turnout of more than 2,000 trade, media and educators to experience Australian wines throughout September.
The events aimed to strengthen Australian wine’s presence in these important Asian markets; building momentum in mainland China following the removal of tariffs in 2024, and deepening engagement in Japan to support long-term market diversification.
Grapegrowing, winemaking and wine-related tourism contributes $51.3 billion to the Australian economy and supports more than 200,000 jobs, according to the Economic Contribution of the Australian Wine Sector 2025 report released by Wine Australia today.
Thanks to funding from the Australian Government, Australian winegrape growers are set to benefit from commercialisation of an infield monitoring system that informs growers in real-time whether the smoke from a bushfire or controlled burns is likely to taint their winegrapes.
Some of life’s best memories aren’t planned. They’re created over a spontaneous catch up with mates, a long Sunday lunch, or a backyard BBQ where the conversation flows. Whatever the occasion, there’s an Australian wine to fit the moments that matter. As part of a new campaign bringing Australian wine to more occasions, this competition is inviting Aussies to share the meaningful moments they enjoy with a glass of local wine.
A fresh new message is inviting Australians to see wine differently. Not only as something for celebrations and more formal occasions, but as something to share alongside the smaller, unscripted moments too. Australian wine is made for the moments that matter, and whatever the occasion, there’s no need to look further than Australian because ‘We make a wine for that.’
Grapegrowers now have a better understanding of how to reduce the risk of infection in their vines from grapevine drunk diseases (GTDs) thanks to research jointly carried out by the South Australian Research and Development Institute (SARDI) and Charles Sturt University and supported with funding by Wine Australia.
Dr Fiona Constable is no stranger to the Australian wine sector. Based at Agriculture Victoria, the plant pathologist has been involved in a number of research projects on grapevine virus and virus-like diseases during her career, including Grapevine Yellows and Grapevine Pinot Gris Virus (GPGV).
Insights into the origins and genetic diversity of Australia’s oldest vines are being unearthed as part of a Wine Australia-funded project being carried out by the Australian Wine Research Institute (AWRI).
During these challenging times, our sector’s greatest strength is our sense of community. How we support and treat one another matters enormously. Compassion and respect underpin our resilience and ability to adapt.
A feasibility study commissioned by Wine Australia has found that establishing regional collection points for discarded CCA-treated vineyard posts in South Australia is both viable and beneficial — offering a safer and more sustainable way to manage this challenging waste stream.
As a delegation of Australian wineries heads over to Stockholm and Amsterdam for trade tastings and master classes, this Market Bulletin aims to give an overview of this important region and the latest trends and opportunities within the Swedish, Dutch, and Belgian markets.
This bulletin examines the increasing focus on wellness and how this is impacting on global wine consumption.
Grapegrowing, winemaking and wine-related tourism contributes $51.3 billion to the Australian economy and supports more than 200,000 jobs, according to the Economic Contribution of the Australian Wine Sector 2025 report released today.
The Australian domestic market is the largest market for Australian wine, accounting for four in every ten bottles of wine sold. However, until recently there has been very little information readily available about this crucial market. Wine Australia’s recently completed Improving Market Transparency Project has changed that – bringing a range of new insights to the sector. This market bulletin describes what they are and where to find them.
In the 12 months ended June 2025, Australian wine exports increased by 13 per cent in value to $2.48 billion and 3 per cent in volume to 639 million litres, according to Wine Australia’s Export Report released today. The average value of exports increased by 10 per cent to $3.88 per litre Free on Board (FOB).