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Radio France Internationale
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Alara Koknar

French winemakers toast new markets as exports fall and tariffs bite

Wine producers and buyers meet at Wine Paris, held February 9–11, 2026, as the French wine industry confronts falling exports and US trade tariffs. AFP - PIERRE ANDRIEU

Thousands of winemakers and buyers packed the halls of the Wine Paris trade fair this week, as the sector grapples with falling exports, US tariffs and climate uncertainty – even as some producers say strong demand for quality wines and new customers abroad offer reasons for optimism.

More than 52,000 visitors attended the event this year, with over 20,000 business meetings organised between producers and buyers.

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