Italy’s 2025 Harvest Promises Quality Vintage
Piedmont’s 2025 grape harvest is off to an early start, with sparkling base wines and Chardonnay already picked in mid-August, while Barbera in the Nizza area is expected in early September. Experts and producers report a promising vintage, with good yields and balanced quality despite weather challenges.
According to the Centro Studi Vini del Piemonte, sugar concentrations are higher than last year due to summer drought, yet acidity levels remain stable. “The outlook is positive for whites and sparkling bases, while it’s still early to judge reds,” said oenologist Vincenzo Gerbi.
Recent rains and cooler nights have favored ripening, helping preserve alcohol levels. “Overall, the situation is excellent, with yields in line with production rules,” noted Coldiretti Asti vice president Gianfranco Torelli.
In the Nizza area, Barbera grapes show strong balance. “Everything points to an excellent vintage, with good sugar accumulation and acidity,” said winemaker Marco Perfumo.
However, economic and geopolitical pressures—including tariffs, a weaker dollar, and reduced purchasing power—are pushing local consortia to request yield reductions to prevent oversupply. Moscato yields, for instance, have already been capped at 90 quintals per hectare, below the regulatory limit.
“Wine remains Piedmont’s strongest ambassador abroad, combining economic value with cultural heritage. Producers’ insights must guide future policy to anticipate change, not react to it,” stressed Coldiretti Asti director Giovanni Rosso.