Reduction in Alentejo's wine output by a minimum of 20% anticipated

The harvesting season in the Alentejo region is currently underway, with over 115 producers in full swing. Despite the numerous climatic challenges faced this year, the current harvest is proceeding as planned without any significant delays or disruptions.

Harvesting has begun, and producers are working diligently to complete the process. However, some producers expect losses in production due to the climatic challenges experienced in the region. Production losses could reach up to 20% for certain producers.

The ongoing harvest in the Alentejo is being carried out under normal conditions, with no extraordinary measures reported. The quality of the wine being harvested this year is being closely monitored to ensure it meets the expected standards.

The climatic challenges, including extreme heat waves, pests like vinegar flies, and wildfires, have affected the entire Alentejo region. However, the pace of the harvest has not been significantly impacted. The Alentejo harvest is anticipated to continue until the end of September.

Despite the production losses reported by some producers earlier, the Alentejo harvest is not expected to be affected. The year is anticipated to be good for wine quality in the Alentejo, with the quality of the wine produced this year, despite the climatic challenges, remaining expected to be good.

In contrast, some producers in Spain are facing up to 20% losses in their 2025 wine harvest due to similar climatic challenges. This serves as a stark reminder of the impact of climate change on wine production.

As the harvest progresses, the focus remains on ensuring the quality of the wine produced in the Alentejo this year. With the harvesting season well underway, the region's producers are working tirelessly to deliver a high-quality wine harvest in the face of challenging conditions.