During the first semester of 2018, the total exports of Chilean wines registered an increase of 4.7% in value (US $ 973.4 million). However they had a decrease of -8.9% in volume (421.5 million liters), with average price up 13.9% (US $ 2.13 per liter).
In relation to bottled wines, during the first six months of the year, exports grew 4.4% in value (US $ 709.4 million) and decreased -2.4% in volume (214.3 million liters), according to the information provided by the Office of Agricultural Studies and Policies of the Chilean Ministry of Agriculture (ODEPA).
On the other hand, bulk wines also registered a decline in the period, achieving -19% in volume (161.9 million liters), and a slight increase of 0.1% in value (US $ 162.55 million).
China leads the destiny of Chilean wine
According to the latest information, the main buyers of Chilean wine continue to maintain the ranking. In the first place, China remains, followed by the United States, and third, Japan, which leads the exports of Chilean wines, totaling US $ 67.3 in the case of China; US $ 56.9 in the US and US $ 48.6 million in Japan.
The preferences of the consumers are also maintained, with the Cabernet Sauvignon at the head, and followed by the Carmenere, a strain of extraordinary quality produced in Chile.
Chilean Premium wines continue to show a positive trend. According to experts from different nations, Chilean wines advance strongly in the high-end market. China has opened its doors due to the high quality and convenient prices, which keeps the Chilean wines with a very good positioning.
Chilean Premium wines continue to show a positive trend.
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