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Norton (also known as Cynthiana) is a V. labruscana x V. aestivalis hybrid with a long history in eastern US wine production, particularly in Missouri and Virginia. Norton produces small to medium clusters of firm, round, black berries that ripen very late and require a warm growing season. When fully ripe, Norton can produce a rich, full-bodied red wine with outstanding aging potential.
USDA Hardiness Zones

USDA Hardiness Zones categorize regions by average winter temperatures, guiding growers to choose plants suited for their climate. Learn More

Training System
Top Wire Cordon (TWC) Download Top Wire Cordon PDF

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

Disease Susceptibility

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Black Rot

Slightly susceptible

Downy Mildew

Moderately susceptible

Powdery Mildew

Moderately susceptible

Botryitis

Slightly susceptible

Susceptibility 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.

Other Growing Information

Grape Color

Blue, Black

Primary Use

Wine

Wine Color

Red

Variety Origin

Believed to have originated in Virginia

Parents

V. labruscana x V. aestivalis

Pseudonym (Tested As)

N/A

Year Released

N/A

Harvest Season

Late Season

Sulfur Sensitivity

Moderately susceptible

Vine Vigor

Vigorous

Growth Habit

Trailing

Suggested Distance Between Vines

6 ft - 7 ft - 8 ft

Bud Break

2-3 Days after Concord

Pickability

Good

Mature Height

15-20 feet

Berry Pollination

Self

Berry Color

N/A

Royalty

No

Vigor

High Vigor

Hops Beer Style

Ale

Hops Uses

Aroma

Willow Uses

Biomass