What percentage of US wine consumption is produced domestically?

• A. 25%
• B. 50%
• C. 75%
• D. 100%

Answer: (C)

This question looks at how much of the wine Americans drink is produced right in the United States versus imported from other countries. The typical share is about three-quarters, meaning roughly three-quarters of US wine consumption comes from domestic production, with the remaining portion supplied by imports. This reflects the size and depth of the U.S. wine industry across many regions, along with consumer access to both locally made wines and imported varieties.

So the best interpretation is that domestically produced wine accounts for this large majority of consumption. The idea that only a quarter would be domestic is inconsistent with the market, and the notion that all consumption is domestic ignores the significant role of imports. A figure of about half would imply a much stronger balance with imports than actually exists.