Surge in Prosecco Imports Amid Tariff Concerns in the United States
Italian Prosecco imports to the US spiked by 41% following Donald Trump's presidential election due to fears of potential tariffs.
U.S. importers are significantly increasing their stocks of Italian Prosecco in anticipation of potential tariffs under President Donald Trump's administration, according to data from the wine industry.
The Italian Wine Union reported a 41% rise in imports of Italian sparkling wine, of which Prosecco comprises about 90%, in November following Trump's election, a figure that substantially exceeds current consumer demand.
Lamberto Frescobaldi, President of the Italian Wine Union, noted that it was natural for deliveries to increase at year-end amid uncertainties regarding possible tariffs that could affect Italian wines, thereby significantly raising prices for American consumers.
As of now, Trump has not imposed additional tariffs against European countries, but importers and distributors of Prosecco are taking precautionary measures to safeguard the market.
Prosecco was the most sold Italian wine in the United States last year, holding nearly 40% market share.
Early signs of market concern appeared even before Trump's election, as shipments of Prosecco to the U.S. increased by 17% in the first ten months of 2024, far surpassing the 0.6% rise in consumption during the same period.
Dina Opici, President of the American Wine and Spirits Wholesalers Association, indicated that the increase in shipments last year also stemmed from the potential January strike at American ports.
The Italian Wine Union reported a 41% rise in imports of Italian sparkling wine, of which Prosecco comprises about 90%, in November following Trump's election, a figure that substantially exceeds current consumer demand.
Lamberto Frescobaldi, President of the Italian Wine Union, noted that it was natural for deliveries to increase at year-end amid uncertainties regarding possible tariffs that could affect Italian wines, thereby significantly raising prices for American consumers.
As of now, Trump has not imposed additional tariffs against European countries, but importers and distributors of Prosecco are taking precautionary measures to safeguard the market.
Prosecco was the most sold Italian wine in the United States last year, holding nearly 40% market share.
Early signs of market concern appeared even before Trump's election, as shipments of Prosecco to the U.S. increased by 17% in the first ten months of 2024, far surpassing the 0.6% rise in consumption during the same period.
Dina Opici, President of the American Wine and Spirits Wholesalers Association, indicated that the increase in shipments last year also stemmed from the potential January strike at American ports.
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