69,000 hectolitres of Bordeaux wines were exported to China in 2008, a 60% increase compared to 2007, representing sales turnover of €53 million and growth of 19%.
From 2000 to 2008, exports of Bordeaux wines to China were multiplied by 35. China is today the 8th largest customer of Bordeaux wines and the 9th largest in terms of value. (Source: Revue Vinicole Internationale)