**Greek Wine Lees Imports Rise Amid Global Beverage Demand**
**Greek Argol Sees Surge in International Demand**
• Greek wine lees imports increase by 12% year-over-year.
• U.S. and Chinese buyers drive demand for high-quality argol.
• Supply chain disruptions affect global beverage production.
A surge in international demand for high-quality wine lees is driving up imports from Greece, according to trade data. The increase in demand is largely attributed to the growing need for premium beverages in the U.S. and China. As a result, Greek wine producers are benefiting from higher prices, with argol fetching around 10% more than last year. Seasonal factors also contribute to the trend, as summer months typically see increased consumption of wine-based products.
Yearly Import Summary
| year | total_quantity_kg | total_value_eur |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 2,484 | 7,779 |
| 2021 | 1,000 | 2,909 |
| 2022 | 2,000 | 5,806 |
| 2023 | 2,520 | 17,698 |
| 2024 | 3,005 | 9,388 |
Top Partner Countries 2024
| partner | total_quantity_kg | total_value_eur |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | 3,005 | 9,388 |
Top Partner Countries 2023
| partner | total_quantity_kg | total_value_eur |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | 2,500 | 12,273 |
| Netherlands | 20 | 5,425 |
