Falling to a series low
South America Wine Production per Capita moved from 8.43 Kilogram in 2015 to 5.79 Kilogram in 2023 (−31.3%), an average of −4.6% a year. The series high was 8.87 Kilogram in 2018 and the low 5.79 Kilogram in 2023.
What South America Wine Production per Capita shows
South America Wine Production per Capita was 5.79 Kilogram in 2023, down 16.9% on 2022. South America’s wine production per capita indicator measures the annual quantity of wine produced relative to the region’s population between 2015 and 2023. This population-adjusted measure provides a standardized view of wine production intensity and helps assess changes in regional agricultural output over time.
A 34.8% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2018) and low (2023) is 3.08 Kilogram. The sharpest single-year move was −26.7% in 2016.
Chile leads the region
Within South America, Chile has the highest value in 2023 at 56.11 Kilogram.
Country ranking
Wine Production per Capita by country, 2023
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By region
Wine Production per Capita by region
Kilogram, 2023. Each bar is that region's total.
Full series
South America Wine Production per Capita by year
Complete annual series with year-on-year change. Values are reported in Kilogram.
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| Year | Kilogram | Change vs prior year |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 Trough | 5.79 | −16.9% |
| 2022 | 6.97 | −8.4% |
| 2021 | 7.61 | +10.6% |
| 2020 | 6.88 | −14.8% |
| 2019 | 8.07 | −9.1% |
| 2018Peak | 8.87 | +22.9% |
| 2017 | 7.22 | +16.9% |
| 2016 | 6.18 | −26.7% |
| 2015 | 8.43 | — |
Data definition
Inclusions and exclusions
Wine Production per Capita — Wine production per capita refers to the annual quantity of wine produced divided by the total population of a country, measured in grams or kilograms per person. In Our World in Data, the indicator presents country-level wine production trends over time, with values reported for each year in the selected period. The dataset provides a comparative view of wine production relative to population size, helping assess production intensity, agricultural output, and changes in wine production across countries.
The data includes annual wine production volumes converted into per capita values using national population estimates. It covers wine produced from grapes and related agricultural production included in global food production statistics. Our World in Data compiles the indicator using data from the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), providing historical time-series information for countries and regions. The indicator includes country-level wine production measurements and supports comparisons of wine production performance across geographic areas and different years. Values may be presented in grams or kilograms per person depending on the country's reported production level and the dataset's unit conversion.
The data excludes wine consumption, imports, exports, inventories, prices, sales, and other trade-related activities. It does not measure per capita wine consumption, dietary or nutritional intake, consumer preferences, or household expenditure on wine. The indicator also does not represent total grape production, vineyard area, grape yield, or overall agricultural productivity, as it specifically measures wine production relative to population. Differences may occur because of revisions to agricultural statistics, population estimates, reporting methodologies, production estimates, and variations in data collection practices between countries.
About this indicator
Wine Production per Capita — Wine production per capita refers to the annual quantity of wine produced divided by the total population of a country, measured in grams or kilograms per person. In Our World in Data, the indicator presents country-level wine production trends over time, with values reported for each year in the selected period. The dataset provides a comparative view of wine production relative to population size, helping assess production intensity, agricultural output, and changes in wine production across countries.
According to the supplied data, South America recorded 8,434.30 grams per capita in 2015, declining to 6,179.01 grams in 2016. Production per capita recovered to 7,222.59 grams in 2017 and increased further to 8,874.12 grams in 2018. The indicator then declined to 8,067.52 grams in 2019 and 6,876.19 grams in 2020. Production per capita recovered to 7,608.25 grams in 2021 before declining to 6,969.49 grams in 2022 and 5,790.20 grams in 2023.
The indicator is classified under the Agriculture domain and Agriculture Produce subdomain because wine production is associated with agricultural activities, particularly grape cultivation, vineyard management, and harvesting. The per-capita measurement accounts for population size and provides a consistent basis for assessing wine production intensity across countries and years.
The supplied South American dataset includes Brazil, Argentina, Chile, and Colombia, together with an aggregated regional value. Wine production levels vary considerably across these countries due to differences in vineyard areas, grape yields, climatic conditions, agricultural practices, and production capacity. Argentina and Chile recorded substantially higher production per capita than Brazil and Colombia during the period, contributing significantly to the regional production profile.
The highest regional value in the supplied series was 8,874.12 grams per capita in 2018, while the lowest was 5,790.20 grams in 2023. The 2023 value was approximately 31.3% lower than the 2015 level. Overall, South America’s wine production per capita demonstrated considerable year-to-year fluctuations, with a peak in 2018 followed by a general decline toward 2023. The data indicate lower regional wine production intensity at the end of the period compared with its beginning.
- Indicator
- Wine Production per Capita
- Region
- South America
- Unit
- Kilogram
- Coverage
- 2015–2023, annual
- Category
- Agriculture
- Last updated
- August 2026
- Source
- Our World in Data
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Frequently asked questions
What is South America Wine Production per Capita?
Wine production per capita refers to the annual quantity of wine produced divided by the total population of a country, measured in grams or kilograms per person. In Our World in Data, the indicator presents country-level wine production trends over time, with values reported for each year in the selected period. The dataset provides a comparative view of wine production relative to population size, helping assess production intensity, agricultural output, and changes in wine production across countries.
What was South America Wine Production per Capita in 2023?
South America Wine Production per Capita was 5.79 Kilogram in 2023, down 16.9% on 2022.
How has South America Wine Production per Capita changed between 2015 and 2023?
South America Wine Production per Capita moved from 8.43 Kilogram in 2015 to 5.79 Kilogram in 2023 (−31.3%), an average of −4.6% a year. The series high was 8.87 Kilogram in 2018 and the low 5.79 Kilogram in 2023.
Which year had the highest and lowest South America Wine Production per Capita?
The highest value was 8.87 Kilogram in 2018 and the lowest was 5.79 Kilogram in 2023.
What does the South America Wine Production per Capita data include and exclude?
Included: The data includes annual wine production volumes converted into per capita values using national population estimates. It covers wine produced from grapes and related agricultural production included in global food production statistics. Our World in Data compiles the indicator using data from the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), providing historical time-series information for countries and regions. The indicator includes country-level wine production measurements and supports comparisons of wine production performance across geographic areas and different years. Values may be presented in grams or kilograms per person depending on the country's reported production level and the dataset's unit conversion. Excluded: The data excludes wine consumption, imports, exports, inventories, prices, sales, and other trade-related activities. It does not measure per capita wine consumption, dietary or nutritional intake, consumer preferences, or household expenditure on wine. The indicator also does not represent total grape production, vineyard area, grape yield, or overall agricultural productivity, as it specifically measures wine production relative to population. Differences may occur because of revisions to agricultural statistics, population estimates, reporting methodologies, production estimates, and variations in data collection practices between countries.
Where does the South America Wine Production per Capita data come from?
The series is sourced from Our World in Data (https://ourworldindata.org/explorers/global-food?tab=table&time=2015..2023&Food=Wine&Metric=Production&Per+capita=true&country=USA~DEU~FRA~GBR~BRA~ZAF%3BhideControls). It covers 2015–2023 and is reported in Kilogram.
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