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Australian Shiraz exports to China increased 40 percent in 2025, following the removal of tariffs that had blocked trade between the two countries for nearly four years. The resumption of trade represents a significant recovery for Australian wine producers who had lost access to their largest export market.
Winemakers in the Barossa Valley are celebrating the return of Chinese buyers, who historically purchased millions of cases annually. Several large producers reported renewed orders within weeks of the tariff announcement.
Industry groups estimate full recovery of market share may take several years, as Chinese consumers developed relationships with wines from other countries during the trade dispute. Still, the reopening provides critical opportunities for struggling exporters.
