Exotic - early black grapes with an unusual shape of berries Breeder: Kalugin V.M. Ripening period: early (August 15–25) Flower type: bisexual (self-pollinating) Growth strength: vigorous Frost resistance: up to −23 °C Disease resistance: high Description of the variety Exotic - a rare hybrid form of grapes with original berries, reminiscent of the famous Avatar variety, but much larger in size. A characteristic feature is a noticeable dimple at the tip of the berry, which makes it especially recognizable. Clusters weighing 600 g - 1 kg, medium density. The berries are large (17–20 g), black in color, with a harmonious taste and delicate plum notes. The pulp is fleshy, juicy, with a pleasant dessert aftertaste. The variety is characterized by high yield and good transportability. Characteristics Bunch weight: 0.6–1.0 kg Berry weight: 17–20 g Berry shape: elongated with a characteristic dimple Color: black Taste: harmonious with plum notes Transportability: high Advantages of the shape Original shape of the berry Large black berries of an attractive appearance Plum shade in the taste Early ripening (August) High yield Good transportability
Trio Kishmish - bright red seedless grapes with excellent taste Selection: Kalugin V.M. Ripening period: medium Growth strength: vigorous Frost resistance: up to –23 °C Seedlessness: Kishmish (2nd class) Purpose: table variety for fresh consumption and sale Description of the variety Trio Kishmish - an attractive table grape variety of medium ripening, which is distinguished by uniform color of berries and pleasant harmonious taste. The berries have a rich bright red color and excellent presentation. Clusters weighing up to 1 kg, medium density, are formed aligned and ripen together. The berries are seedless, juicy, with tender pulp, ideal for both fresh consumption and market sale. Characteristics Bunch weight: up to 1 kg Color: bright red Taste: harmonious Seedlessness: 2nd class Transportability: high Advantages of the variety Attractive rich color of berries Uniform ripening of bunches Seedless (raisins) Good transportability Ideal for the market and fresh consumption Resistant to moisture and cracking
Muscat Medovyi — early yellow grapes with a pronounced honey-muscat flavor Breeder: Opryshko Mykola Ripening period: early (115–125 days) Frost resistance: up to –23 °C Flower type: bisexual Purpose: table variety for fresh consumption and market Description of the variety "Muscat Medovyi" — a promising hybrid form with an attractive yellow color of berries, a pronounced muscat aroma and a sweet honey aftertaste. The grapes have an excellent appearance and high taste, which makes them ideal for growing both for themselves and for sale. The clusters are large, 600–1200 g, of medium density. The berries are round, weighing 12–16 g, with juicy, fleshy pulp and a rich, pleasant muscat-honey flavor. Characteristics Ripening period: 115–125 days Cluster weight: 600–1200 g Berry weight: 12–16 g Berry shape: round Berry color: yellow Taste: rich muscat with honey notes Flower type: bisexual Frost resistance: up to –23 °C Advantages of the form Harmonious sweet taste Early ripening Strong bushes with good vine ripening Frost-resistant and suitable for different climatic zones
Effect OM - very early dark pink grapes with a harmonious taste Breeder: Pysanka Oleg Mikhailovich Ripening period: very early Flower type: female (well pollinated) Growth strength: medium-strong Frost resistance: up to −23 °C Disease resistance: medium (3 preventive treatments are enough) Variety description Effect OM - a new promising hybrid form of grapes that combines very early ripening, attractive berry color and harmonious taste. Despite the female flower type, the variety is excellently pollinated and consistently yields high yields. The clusters are large, weighing 700–1500 g, of medium density, with large berries weighing 10–12 g. The color of the berries varies from dark pink to rich red. The pulp is fleshy, crispy, with a rich varietal taste. To obtain berries of maximum quality and size, the variety requires bunch rationing. Characteristics Bunch weight: 0.7–1.5 kg Berry weight: 10–12 g Color: dark pink/red Taste: harmonious, varietal Transportability: high Advantages of the shape Very early ripening Large bunches and berries of attractive color Harmonious, rich taste Stable pollination even with female flower type High transportability Possibility of improving berry quality through bunch rationing
Ivanhoe is a new variety of Kalugin V.M. Breeder: Kalugin V.M. Ripening period: early-medium (late August - early September) Growth strength: vigorous Frost resistance: up to −25 °C Disease resistance: high, berries do not crack even with excessive humidity Description of the variety Ivanhoe is a new, promising table grape variety with large clusters, attractive berries and excellent taste. The vine ripens well, forms a powerful bush and consistently yields high yields. The clusters are large, conical in shape, with an average weight of 900–1200 g, and individual specimens reach 2 kg. The berries are oval, 25–35 mm in size, white in color, with a pleasant blush in the sun. The pulp is dense, crispy, with a harmonious dessert taste. Characteristics: Berry weight: 9–12 g Berry size: 25–35 mm Cluster weight: 0.9–1.2 kg (some up to 2 kg) Taste: harmonious, sweet, dessert Transportability: high Purpose: for fresh consumption and market sales Advantages of the shape: New Ukrainian selection Large, attractive berries with a light blush Increased frost resistance (up to −25 °C) Does not crack during rain Excellent transportability and keeping quality
Avatar (Sweet Sapphire , Moon Drops ) – seedless grapes Originator: IFG (International Fruit Genetics), California, USA Ripening period: early-medium Type: seedless Frost resistance: up to −21 °C (shelter recommended in cold regions) Disease resistance: medium Description of the variety Avatar is a new, promising premium seedless grape, distinguished by a unique berry shape and excellent taste characteristics. Bred in California by IFG through selective crossing of mid-ripening varieties. The clusters are loose, large, weighing about 1 kg. The berries are very long and elongated, measuring 20–22 mm × 37–50 mm, weighing 7–9 g. The color is dark blue, when fully ripe it is deep black. The pulp is very dense, transparent, juicy, without seeds. The taste is harmonious, sweet, with pleasant varietal notes. Grapes are excellently transported and stored for a long time without loss of quality. Characteristics: Type: seedless Berry weight: 7–9 g Berry size: 20–22 mm × 37–50 mm Bunch weight: ~1 kg Taste: harmonious, sweet, varietal Transportability: high Storage: long Advantages of the variety: Exotic elongated shape of the berry Seedless - convenient for consumption Attractive presentation Well transported and stored Suitable for growing in different climatic zones of Ukraine
Dniprovsky Kvartal - early red grapes with a rich muscat flavor Breeder: Kalugin V.M. Ripening period: early (August 15–25) Growth strength: vigorous Frost resistance: up to −23 °C Disease resistance: high Description of the variety Dniprovsky Kvartal - a bright early table grape variety with large clusters and a pronounced muscat aroma. The bushes are powerful, the vine ripens well, the yield is consistently high. Resistance to excessive moisture The clusters are large, weighing 0.7–1.5 kg, of medium density. The berries are large (15–20 g), red in color, with fleshy-crisp pulp and a rich, harmonious muscat flavor. The variety is distinguished by good transportability and attractive presentation, which makes it popular among buyers. Characteristics: Cluster weight: 0.7–1.5 kg Berry weight: 15–20 g Berry color: red Taste: harmonious muscat Transportability: high Advantages of the form Early ripening Rich muscat taste Large clusters and berries Powerful growth and stable yield Attractive presentation High transportability Resistance to excessive moisture
Quartet - an early grape with a unique berry shape and harmonious taste Selection: Kalugin V.M. Ripening period: early (90–100 days) Growth strength: vigorous Frost resistance: up to –23 °C Disease resistance: average Purpose: table variety, suitable for fresh consumption and sale Description of the variety Quartet - an unusual early grape with large elongated berries that have a characteristic pit similar to the shape of the popular "Avatar" variety. The grapes are distinguished by high yield, attractive appearance and harmonious taste. The clusters are large, weighing 600–1200 g, of medium density. The berries are purple-black in color, finger-shaped, weighing 18–22 g. The pulp is fleshy, juicy, with a balanced pleasant taste. Characteristics Bunch weight: 0.6–1.2 kg Berry weight: 18–22 g Color: purple-black Taste: harmonious Berry shape: finger-shaped with a characteristic indentation Transportability: high Advantages of the shape Very early ripening Unique berry shape with an indentation like that of Avatar Large bunches and berries Attractive appearance Harmonious taste Good transportability
Katyusha - early grapes with large clusters and a light muscat flavor Selection: Kalugin V.M. Ripening time: early (end of August) Growth strength: vigorous Frost resistance: up to -23 °C Disease resistance: average Purpose: table variety, suitable for fresh consumption and sale Description of the variety Katyusha - an attractive early table grape variety with large clusters and a light muscat flavor. The bushes are vigorous, bear fruit well, the vine ripens completely. The clusters are large, weighing from 0.8 to 1.8 kg, of medium density. The berries are dark red, large - 15–18 g, some reach more than 20 g. The pulp is fleshy, juicy, with a pronounced harmonious muscat flavor. Characteristics Bunch weight: 0.8–1.8 kg Berry weight: 15–18 g (some over 20 g) Color: dark red Taste: muscat Transportability: high Advantages of the shape Large, attractive bunches Rich muscat aroma High yield Early ripening Good transportability Resistant to moisture
Strawberry - a very early grape with a fruity taste reminiscent of strawberries Selection: Shapovalov V.D. Ripening period: very early (105–110 days) Growth strength: vigorous Frost resistance: up to –26 °C Disease resistance: high Flower shape: bisexual Purpose: table variety, ideal for fresh consumption, sale and berry assortment Description of the variety Strawberry is a grape with a pronounced fruity taste, which truly resembles the aroma and aftertaste of ripe strawberries. The hybrid form, created by Shapovalov V.D., combines excellent yield, high disease resistance and frost resistance. Clusters of medium density, weighing 500–1000 g. Berries are oval, weighing 8–12 g, with a pleasant color and an extremely aromatic taste. The variety is universal - suitable for both personal consumption and market sale. Characteristics Bunch weight: 0.5–1.0 kg Berry weight: 8–12 g Taste: fruity, strawberry Berry shape: oval Flower: bisexual Transportability: high Advantages of the shape Very early ripening Bright fruity taste, similar to strawberry High resistance to diseases and moisture Strong bush Frost resistance down to –26 °C Good yield and marketability
Super Lyalya is a very early hybrid grape with large bright red berries. Selection: Golub A.O. Ripening period: very early (95–100 days) Growth strength: vigorous Frost resistance: up to –23 °C Purpose: table variety for fresh consumption and sale Description of the variety Super Lyalya is a new hybrid grape variety of Golub A.O. selection, which ripens very early - approximately in the last days of July in the southern climatic conditions of Ukraine. The bush is vigorous, the vine ripens well. The bunch is large, conical in shape, of medium density, weighing 650–1200 g and more. The berries are oval-elongated, measuring 38×24 mm, weighing 12–16 g, bright red in color. The pulp is dense, crispy, with a balanced harmonious taste. The variety has excellent market appeal and high transportability. Characteristics Bunch weight: 650–1200 g Bunch shape: conical, medium density Berry size: 38×24 mm Berry weight: 12–16 g Berry color: bright red Pulp: dense, crispy Taste: harmonious Frost resistance: up to –23 °C Growth strength: vigorous Advantages of the variety Very early ripening Large bright red berries High transportability Excellent market appeal Strong bushes with well-maturing vines
Golden domes - white grapes have a very tasty harmony! Breeder: Kalugin V.M. (Ukraine) Ripening period: Very early Frost resistance: requires shelter for the winter Flower type: bisexual Purpose: table variety for fresh consumption and market Description of the variety Golden domes - is an exquisite hybrid form of grapes with attractive white berries, covered with a light wax coating with pleasant crispy flesh. The clusters are large - 700-800 g, have a cylindroconical or wide-conical shape, medium density. The berries are large, 10-20 g, rounded or oval, with a delicate but firm skin and a harmonious sweet taste, sometimes with a slight muscat. Characteristics Ripening period: early (early - mid-August) Cluster weight: 700–800 g Berry weight: 10–20 g Berry shape: round or oval Berry color: white, with a waxy coating Taste: harmonious Flower type: bisexual Disease resistance: average Frost resistance: requires shelter for the winter Advantages of the variety Attractive appearance Bright muscat flavor Crispy dense pulp High market potential
Dneprovskyi Rozovyi is a large-fruited grape of medium-late ripening Breeder: Kalugin V.M. Parental pair: Talisman × Red Globe Ripening period: medium-late (130–135 days) Growth strength: vigorous Frost resistance: up to −23 °C Disease resistance: under study Description of the variety Dneprovskyi Rozovyi is a promising hybrid form of grapes with large red berries and high marketable qualities. The variety is distinguished by high yield, good transportability and long storage both on the bush and after harvesting. Clusters weighing 800–1500 g, medium density. The berries are very large (15–20 g), oval in shape, red in color. The pulp is dense, crispy, with a harmonious varietal taste. Characteristics: Bunch weight: 0.8–1.5 kg Berry weight: 15–20 g Berry shape: oval Color: red Taste: harmonious, varietal Transportability: high Storage on the bush: long-term without loss of quality Advantages of the form High resistance to bad weather and rain Large attractive berries Harmonious taste Long storage on the bush and after harvest Good transportability Promising form for the market Resistance to excessive moisture
Iriska – early raisins with a delicate taste of condensed milk Breeder: Kalugin V.M. Ripening period: early (August 5–10) Type: raisins (seedless) Growth strength: medium-strong Frost resistance: up to −23 °C Disease resistance: above average Variety description Iriska is a new seedless form of grape with early ripening and a unique taste of condensed milk. The bushes grow well, the vine ripens qualitatively, and the harvest ripens one of the first in the season - already in early August. Clusters weighing 0.6–1 kg, medium density, with small elegant berries weighing 4–6 g. The color of the berries is delicate white, the pulp is dense, juicy, with a pleasant harmonious taste and sweet caramel notes. Characteristics Bunch weight: 0.6–1 kg Berry weight: 4–6 g Color: white Taste: harmonious, with a taste of condensed milk Type: kishmish (seedless) Transportability: high Advantages of the form Seedless (kishmish) Very early ripening Delicate taste with notes of condensed milk Attractive presentation High transportability and yield
Pepper Black - very early grape with large elongated-oval berries Selection: Kalugin V.M. Ripening period: very early (100–105 days) Growth strength: vigorous Frost resistance: up to –23 °C Purpose: table variety for fresh consumption and sale Description of the variety Pepper Black - a very early ripening grape variety selected by Kalugin V.M. The berries are large, weighing 18–20 g, black in color, elongated-oval in shape with a slight curvature, resembling a "finger", up to 5 cm long. The pulp is fleshy, juicy, with a harmonious taste, which makes this variety popular among connoisseurs of quality grapes. The clusters are large, weighing 600–1100 g. The bushes are vigorous, with good frost resistance. Characteristics Bunch weight: 600–1100 g Berry weight: 18–20 g Berry color: black Berry shape: elongated-oval, curved ("finger") Taste: harmonious Pulp: fleshy, juicy Frost resistance: up to –23 °C Advantages of the variety Very early ripening Large, attractive berries of unusual shape Harmonious taste Strong-growing bushes High frost resistance Recovers well after spring frosts
Ultra – very early dark red raisins with a harmonious taste Selection: Kalugin V.M. Ripening period: very early Growth strength: vigorous Frost resistance: up to –23 °C Seedlessness: raisins (2nd class) Purpose: table variety, ideal for fresh consumption and early sale Description of the variety Ultra is a very early seedless grape variety with attractive dark red berries and excellent sweet taste. It is characterized by a high sugar content and resistance to cracking. It retains its marketable qualities for a long time, even remaining on the bush after full ripening. Clusters weighing 500–1000 g, medium density. The berries are small-medium (4–5 g), fleshy, juicy, with a harmonious sweet taste. Characteristics Bunch weight: 0.5–1 kg Berry weight: 4–5 g Color: dark red Taste: sweet, harmonious Transportability: high Advantages of the variety Very early ripening Seedless (raisin) High sugar content Resistant to cracking Retains its presentation for a long time on the bush High transportability
Grapes "Mason" - an ultra-early muscat variety with large red berries Breeder: Chulkov Oleksandr Ivanovich Ripening period: ultra-early Frost resistance: under study Disease resistance: under study Purpose: table, early market, personal consumption Description of the variety "Mason" - a promising ultra-early table grape variety of Alexander Chulkov's selection, which combines bright marketability, large berries and a delicate muscat taste. Clusters weighing 800–1200 g have an attractive appearance and moderate density. The berries are oval-elongated, red in color, weighing 14–16 g. The pulp is dense, crispy, with a light, delicate muscat aroma. The bushes are strong-growing, with the potential for stable fruiting. Well suited for sale on the early market and cultivation in private farms. Characteristics Bunch weight: 0.8–1.2 kg Berry weight: 14–16 g Berry shape: oval, elongated Color: red Flavor: light muscat Flesh: crisp, dense Advantages of the shape Very early ripening Large berry with attractive color Flavor with subtle muscat Potential for market and personal use
Tornado – large dark purple grapes with exceptional taste and yield Selection: Kalugin V.M. Ripening period: early – early medium (120–130 days) Growth strength: very vigorous Frost resistance: up to –23 °C Disease resistance: high (according to observations of the first years) Purpose: table variety for fresh consumption and commercial cultivation Description of the variety Tornado – a spectacular table grape variety with extremely large berries and powerful growth force. It is distinguished by its exceptional presentation, stable yield and excellent taste. The clusters are very large, weighing from 0.8–1.5 kg to 2.5 kg and more. The berries are elongated-oval, of a rich dark purple color, average size 48×26 mm, weighing 20–25 g, individual ones up to 35 g. The pulp is fleshy, dense, with a pleasant crunch and harmonious taste. The crop is well stored on the bush even after full ripening. Characteristics Weight of the bunch: 0.8–2.5 kg+ Weight of the berry: 20–35 g Color: dark purple Taste: harmonious Transportability: high Advantages of the variety Very large bunches and berries Exceptionally attractive appearance Fleshy-crisp pulp High and stable yield Good transportability and keeping quality Powerful growth force