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Champagne Producers Begin Record-Early Harvest Under Climate Strain
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— Aug 20, 2026
Champagne producers in Hautvillers are harvesting for the earliest record, starting around mid-August due to extreme heat, frost and drought that accelerated ripening and trimmed yields, with some growers noting about a 10% crop loss but maintained quality. The milestone harvest reflects a broader climate-changed trend across France (and parts of Italy), driving the push for new grape varieties, advanced production methods, and labor-intensive logistics to preserve quality as earlier picking becomes more common.
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