After three days of record attendance of 52,622 visitors, 45% of whom were international from 154 countries, Wine Paris 2025 has become the world’s leading event for wines and spirits. In an uncertain geoeconomic context, marked by political instability, deconsumption and environmental challenges, professionals in the sector have found at the heart of the show a source of inspiration and influence that is essential for the future of the wine and spirits industry. More than an event, Wine Paris has established itself as the sector’s index, a space where the essentials reclaim their rights: sharing, sincere exchanges, moments of conviviality and constructive commercial dialogues.

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Wine Paris 2025, a key player of influence
For six years, Vinexposium has transformed itself to become a leading tool for economic and political influence. Thus, the inaugural visit of the show was marked by the presence and speeches of three ministers: Ms. Annie Genevard, Minister of Agriculture and Food Sovereignty, Mr. Laurent Saint-Martin, Minister Delegate for Foreign Trade and French Nationals Abroad, and Ms. Nathalie Delattre, Minister Delegate for Tourism. Wine Paris also welcomed former French ministers (Thomas Cazenave, Geneviève Darrieussecq and Marc Fesneau), numerous deputies, senators and more than 30 official foreign delegations, including ambassadors and ministers of state.

Wine Paris 2025, a catalyst for ideas for the sector
The commitment and capacity of Wine Paris to bring together industry players around highly expert content was once again confirmed during this edition, with record attendance at the various events and conferences. The FEVS press conference was an opportunity to present the 2024 results of French wine and spirits exports, the OIV press conference to take stock of the international wine trade, the Moët Hennessy round tables to discuss policies supporting the agroecological transition and regenerative practices in viticulture, and the Wine Origins Alliance conference on collective action by the sector to eliminate barriers to wine trade. Finally, the Academy program brought together 250 international experts this year and a program of 130 sessions. This role as a reference is further anchored thanks to Voice of the Industry, the analysis platform launched by Vinexposium, dedicated to the challenges of the wine and spirits sector, deciphered by major players in the sector and international institutions.

Wine Paris 2025, summit of the world wine and spirits trade
Global players have chosen Wine Paris. The 2025 edition recorded +80% of surface area dedicated to international trade compared to 2024 with three entire halls reserved. With 54 exhibiting countries, 116 international pavilions (including 8 new participants) and 45% of its visitors coming from 154 countries, Wine Paris 2025 confirmed its role as the summit of the world wine and spirits trade.

Vinexposium’s commitment to business development was also reflected in the 35% increase in participation of major buyers from key markets. The matchmaking service reached a new level of performance by doubling the number of online meetings between producers and buyers. Rebecca Ohayon, buyer for the Majestic Wine chain in the United Kingdom, told us: “I have been coming to Paris for over ten years, I have seen the show grow and I find that the in-depth work carried out is exceptional. Internationally, the show is growing, which makes us want to come and if we can have, as they say in English, a « one stop show », it’s even better. The atmosphere is magical, we are in Paris, an attractive city, and the other buyers agree with me, the best tables are here. I’m already in the starting blocks for next year! » In addition, French participation recorded a 7% increase, with representation from all French wine regions and the participation of independent winegrowers, cooperatives, trading houses and major brands.

Be Spirits, the global excellence of spirits in the spotlight
In 2025, Be Spirits experienced a significant expansion, with 34 exhibiting producing countries, 47% more surface area compared to the 2024 edition and nearly 300 exhibitors, 76% of which are new. Alongside the many major French brands present, the international market has grown significantly with 2.5 times more international exhibitors (vs 2024) and 10 new exhibiting countries at Be Spirits.

« In this period of uncertainty, economic crisis and loss of meaning, isolationism is not an option. By combining forces and promoting innovation, the commitment of all players in the industry.

This article has been published on February 17th, 2025.