South Australia has experienced a remarkable surge in wine exports, with the state exporting $855 million worth of wine to China in the year leading up to March 2025. This marks a staggering 200-fold increase compared to the previous year, accounting for 86% of Australia’s total wine exports, which reached $987 million during the same period.
According to recent data, South Australia’s share of Australia’s global wine exports has expanded significantly, representing 69% of the nation’s total wine exports. In the 12 months to March 2025, the state exported $1.906 billion of wine out of Australia’s total $2.76 billion. This growth follows a steady rise since October 2020, when South Australia’s share stood at 65% during the peak of global wine exports.
Joe Szakacs, South Australia’s Minister for Trade and Investment, expressed pride in the industry’s recovery, stating that the outcome had far surpassed even the most optimistic expectations following the removal of tariffs. “The $855 million in wine exports is an exceptional result, rewarding the patience and resilience shown by producers during a challenging period of trade disruption,” said Szakacs. He also emphasized South Australia’s central role in boosting Australia’s wine export market share.
Inca Lee, CEO of the South Australian Wine Industry Association, acknowledged the strong results but underscored the importance of continuing to cultivate demand not only in China but across other key global markets. “South Australia’s premium wines are once again capturing the attention of Chinese consumers, reinforcing the state’s reputation for world-class winemaking excellence,” Lee said.
Lee also noted the broader challenges facing the industry, including a global decline in wine consumption and an unpredictable trading environment. He commended the Malinauskas Government’s commitment to rebuilding exports to China and supporting diversification efforts into other significant markets to ensure the long-term success of the sector.
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