In Bourgogne, the 2025 harvest stretched over about a month, beginning on August 18 with Crémant de Bourgogne, and wrapping up around September 20 in the latest-ripening areas.
Organizing the harvest was no easy task, as rain complicated the choice of picking dates and altered the ripening pattern of the grapes. While yields were lower than expected, producers are pleased with the quality of the juice, showing fine balance and, for the reds, deep color.
After a complicated 2024, this growing season unfolded under far better conditions, despite a few weather incidents. Following a moderate winter, the vines awoke in early April under almost summer-like temperatures.
Weather conditions remained favorable throughout the growing cycle, and 2025 quickly established itself as one of the earliest vintages in recent decades. Two heatwaves, in June and August, accelerated berry ripening and brought excellent maturity, though they did reduce yields.
Producers and négociants in Bourgogne now have everything they need to shape the standout wines of the 2025 vintage.
