According to Euromonitor, 345 million cases were sold in the US in 2015, up 2.1 per cent. Of those sales, 22 per cent were imported wines. Australian wine represents 5 per cent of total US wine sales and is the second largest imported wine behind Italy, accounting for 14 per cent of the volume.In the year ended December 2016, Australia exported 160 million litres valued at A$458 million, 3 per cent more than in the previous 12 months. Exports showed a solid growth trend for premium bottled wines with wines above A$10 per litre increasing by 23 per cent to A$41 million.We share our great stories and raise the profile of Australian wine through our Market Entry Program, Australia Today trade education events, consumer engagement, restaurant and retail activations, and the North American VIP media and trade hosting at Savour Australia at the Vancouver International Wine Festival.Our activities will continue to focus on partnerships and collaborations. We will offer consistent visibility and support for the Australian wine category and your brand in the US market.
