Moldovan Wine Exports: Q1 2025 Shows Growth in Volume and Key Markets

In the first quarter of 2025, Moldova’s wine industry continued its upward trend in global trade, reporting a 10% year-on-year increase in export volume and a modest 1% rise in export value compared to the same period in 2024.

According to official figures, 34.54 million liters of wine products were exported between January and March, with a total value of USD 50.55 million.

Key Highlights:

Moldovan wine reached 42 countries in Q1 2025. The top 10 markets accounted for 83% of the export value and 86% of the volume, reflecting a continued reliance on strong-performing strategic markets.

Still Wines – Bottled:

• • Export value: USD 19.3 million (+8% YoY)
  • Volume: 7.9 million liters (+3% YoY)
    Bottled still wines remain a vital export segment, maintaining steady growth both in value and volume, despite increased global competition.

Still Wines – Bulk:

• • Export value: USD 14 million (+34% YoY)
  • Volume: 20.4 million liters (+28% YoY)
    Bulk wine exports showed significant acceleration, likely driven by strategic pricing and strong demand from industrial buyers and large-scale bottlers abroad.

Sparkling Wines – Bottled:

• • Export value: USD 1.5 million (+16% YoY)
    Moldova’s sparkling wines are gaining traction internationally, with increased exports showing growing interest in this segment.

Dessert Wines – Bottled:

• • Export value: USD 1.6 million (+46% YoY)
  • Volume: 575,000 liters (+42% YoY)
    This niche category delivered strong double-digit growth, suggesting improved international appeal for Moldova’s sweet and fortified wines.

Outlook

The Q1 data reflects Moldova’s ability to diversify its wine offering and strengthen its global footprint, even in the face of economic pressures and changing consumption trends. The robust rise in bulk wine and dessert wine exports indicates dynamic shifts in buyer preferences and Moldova's agility in adapting to them.

With expanding reach across 42 countries and encouraging figures across several product categories, Moldova's wine sector is well-positioned for sustained growth throughout 2025.

Source: ONVV/Wine of Moldova