1.Context and Quantitative Forecasts
The 2025 harvest in Veneto looks promising: production is estimated at around 14 million quintals, an increase of between 3% and 5% compared to 2024, thanks in part to the entry into production of new vineyards and generally favorable vegetative conditions, despite some localized episodes of bad weather WineNews.
2. Grape Quality: Between Good and Excellent
Quality is also promising: the grapes are in good to excellent health, raising high expectations for the resulting wines (WineNews). Organic vineyards remain under observation, where some physiological disorders and risks, such as botrytis and berries affected by rot, have been recorded if rainfall intensifies WineNews.
3. Harvest Timing
The first harvests have already begun with early-ripening varieties, such as Pinot and Chardonnay, used for sparkling wine bases. The harvest of Glera, a key grape variety for Prosecco, is scheduled to begin on September 5th. Merlot follows around the 10th, Corvina from the 17th, and other typical Veneto cultivars, such as Garganega, from September 23rd WineNews.
4. Local Scenarios: The Case of the Veneto Provinces
Varietal projections show some differences by province:
Belluno: essentially stable compared to 2024, with a 1% increase expected (WineNews).Padua and Rovigo: significant increases of up to 10% in the production of Glera, Pinot Grigio, Merlot, and Cabernet Sauvignon (WineNews).
Treviso: stable trend with a slight growth of 2% for Pinot Grigio and a -3% decrease for Glera, while in the Venice area, Glera recorded a +5% increase and Chardonnay a +3%; Pinot Grigio showed a slight decline (-3%) (WineNews).
5. Opportunities and Challenges for 2025
Despite adverse weather conditions in some areas, the overall trend remains positive. However, the sector faces challenges related to atmospheric instability and a complex international economic environment. Strategy and technical timeliness will be crucial in managing the WineNews harvest.
Conclusion
The 2025 harvest in Veneto shows encouraging signs in terms of both quantity and quality, with local variability reflecting the territorial diversity. Prosecco and other Veneto wines can look to the future with optimism, while remaining vigilant in their agronomic and promotional efforts.
