USDA Hardiness Zones categorize regions by average winter temperatures, guiding growers to choose plants suited for their climate. Learn More
Top Wire Cordon is arguably the most efficient training system for grapes, especially for procumbent or downward growing cultivators, especially those not prone to late season fruit rots due to shading of the fruiting zone. Summer labor is much less than that required with Vertical Shoot Positioned (VSP) training as shoot positioning and leaf pulling are generally not required. Learn More
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Black Rot
Slightly susceptibleDowny Mildew
Moderately susceptiblePowdery Mildew
Slightly susceptibleBotryitis
Slightly susceptibleSusceptibility Meanings
Highly susceptible: Prone to disease and requires intensive management.
Moderate susceptible: May develop disease but manageable with regular care.
Slightly susceptible: Naturally resistant with minimal risk, needing basic care.
Grape Color
Blue, BlackPrimary Use
WineWine Color
RedVariety Origin
Cornell UniversityParents
NY65.0467.08 x SteubenPseudonym (Tested As)
NY73.0136.17Year Released
2006Harvest Season
Late SeasonSulfur Sensitivity
Not susceptibleVine Vigor
VigorousGrowth Habit
Semi-UprightSuggested Distance Between Vines
6 ft - 7 ft - 8 ftBud Break
Mid-Season with ConcordPickability
GoodMature Height
15-20 feetBerry Pollination
SelfBerry Color
N/ARoyalty
YesVigor
High VigorHops Beer Style
AleHops Uses
AromaWillow Uses
Biomass
