A climate resilience platform based in San Francisco, ClimateAI, has warned that champagne may be in short supply in the near future due to the changing global climate. The company's artificial intelligence-driven data has indicated that several grape varieties, including those used in champagne production such as pinot noir, chardonnay, and merlot, could be on the brink of extinction. Will Kletter, ClimateAI's vice president of operations and strategy, spoke to Fox News Digital and advised champagne and wine drinkers to enjoy their favorite beverages now while they still can. Kletter explained that the delicious taste of champagne comes from a combination of warm, sunny days for rich flavor and cool nights for acidity, but as the climate warms, those cool nights could disappear. This puts growers in a difficult position as they have to decide whether to harvest early to prevent overripening or risk over-ripening but maintain acidity. Kletter also predicted that some growers would be forced to move their production north to capture colder weather. He pointed out that there has already been a significant increase in investment in sparkling products produced in the UK, where there are warm, sunny days and cool nights. The potential impact of climate change on champagne production extends beyond the industry itself. French wine accounts for $9.6 billion in exports, equivalent to 16% of all global wine sales, and half a million champagne industry employees, as well as 24 million tourists who visit the region each year, could be affected by the changing climate. Kletter expressed concern about the challenges faced by the French economy and culture as the ideal zone for champagne production moves away from the region. He also predicted a significant economic shift as crops change, particularly in Italian regions where the production of certain wines is at risk. Despite ClimateAI's claims, NASA scientist Dr. Benjamin Cook argued that extinction is not a credible conclusion, as grapes like chardonnay and pinot noir are grown in many regions. However, he acknowledged that the climate in the Champagne region may become less suitable for these grapes, resulting in different and possibly lower-quality champagne. Cook also noted that areas further north may become more suitable for these grapes, opening up the potential for improved production in other regions. He emphasized that climate change will have significant impacts on viticulture and present a major challenge to the industry, requiring adaptation such as changing varietals, moving production to new areas, or changing management strategies. Fox News Digital reached out to champagne and wine producers for comment, but no responses were mentioned in the article. Kletter shared his expectations for the continued growth of AI as a tool for improving forecasting accuracy in the wine industry. He believes that better forecasting will allow producers to get ahead of climate risks and make informed decisions about harvest timing and management practices. Kletter also emphasized the democratization of AI technology as crucial for long-term climate adaptation.