Grapes market in Colombia

Earlier Report Observations

Grape production in Colombia experienced notable shifts from 2018 to 2020. Output rose to 67,632 t in 2019, fueled by increasing wine consumption spurred by the Vinos Colombia initiative to adapt premium grape varieties to local conditions. A simultaneous 35% decline in fresh grape exports by value redirected more fruit to domestic use. However, production plummeted to 28,009 t in 2020 due to persistent climatic and soil constraints that hampered harvests, necessitating imports of grape must to cover shortfalls.

Recovery began in 2021, with production reaching 34,559 t by 2022. This rebound was driven by rising per capita wine consumption and consumer preference for quality local wines, which bolstered demand for grapes. Regulatory support, including tax hikes on imported alcoholic beverages to protect domestic products, further encouraged local cultivation. Expansion of growing areas in Valle del Cauca and Huila, alongside growing fresh grape exports to Europe, diversified market outlets.

In 2023, output slightly eased to 33,993 t, as tropical climate challenges continued to test growers. Nonetheless, the market stayed vibrant through wine culture promotion like Expovinos and e‑commerce growth, enhancing grape accessibility. Health attributes such as antioxidants and vitamin C in grapes also sustained consumption interest post‑pandemic.

Production grapes in Colombia

In kind, 2017-2020, t

Top producers of grapes, 2017-2020

World map of production of grapes, 2017-2020

The market showed significant fluctuations during this period. In 2019, production reached its peak at 67 632 tonnes, but then dropped sharply to its lowest point in 2020 at 28 009 tonnes—a 2.4-fold decrease. This represented a dramatic year-over-year decline of 58.6% in 2020. The largest increase occurred in 2018, with growth of 89.7%.

Annual dynamics of production in Colombia in kind, 2017-2020, t

Exports grapes from Colombia

Exports in kind, t

Market behavior was volatile during these years. The highest export volume was recorded in 2017, while the lowest came in 2019, showing a 4.2-fold difference between these peak and trough levels. In 2020, Colombia exported 70 tonnes of grapes, marking a 73.5% year-over-year increase. The minimum value was 40 tonnes in 2019, and the largest decline happened in 2018 at 62.7%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Colombia in kind, 2017-2020, t

From 2017 to 2020, Venezuela and the Netherlands consistently accounted for 80.6% of total exports in volume, indicating a highly concentrated market with many smaller players making up the remainder.

Structure of product's exports in kind by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's exports from Colombia in kind, 2017-2020

Exports in value, K $ US

The market experienced notable fluctuations during this period. Exports peaked in 2017 and hit their lowest point in 2019, with a 7.4-fold change between these years. In 2020, Colombia's grape exports reached 211 thousand US dollars, representing a 218.1% increase from 2019. The minimum value was 66 thousand US dollars in 2019, and the largest decline occurred in 2018 at 78.0%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Colombia in value, 2017-2020, K $ US

Between 2017 and 2020, Venezuela and the Netherlands were the primary destinations for exports in value terms, together accounting for 82.9% of total flows, while other markets shared the remaining portion.

Structure of product's exports in value by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's exports from Colombia in value, 2017-2020

Imports grapes to Colombia

Imports in kind, t

In 2020, Colombia's grape imports totaled 19 200 tonnes, down 10.2% compared to 2019. Over the 2017-2020 period, imports decreased by 2.6%, with a compound annual growth rate of 0.9%. The minimum value was 16 644 tonnes in 2018, and the maximum was 21 392 tonnes in 2019. The largest decline happened in 2018 at 15.6%, while the largest increase occurred in 2019 at 28.5%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Colombia in kind, 2017-2020, t

From 2017 to 2020, Peru (38.4% of imports in volume), Chile (35.7%), and Argentina (17.4%) stood out as the main sources for imports, together representing 91.6% of total flows.

Structure of product's imports in kind by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's imports to Colombia in kind, 2017-2020

Imports in value, K $ US

After two years of growth, Colombia's grape imports declined. In 2020, imports were recorded at 38 081 thousand US dollars, which is 13.8% lower than in 2019. Between 2017 and 2020, imports decreased by 5.1%, equating to an annualized rate of 1.7%. The maximum value was 44 179 thousand US dollars in 2019, and the largest increase occurred in 2018 at 5.0%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Colombia in value, 2017-2020, K $ US

Over the 2017-2020 period, Peru (38.0% of imports in value), Chile (35.1%), and Argentina (15.0%) together absorbed 88.2% of total grape imports to Colombia in value terms, making them the key sources.

Structure of product's imports in value by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's imports to Colombia in value, 2017-2020