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
Flagman is an early grape with a spectacular berry shape and pleasant taste Selection: Kalugin V.M. Ripening period: early (110 days) Growth strength: vigorous Frost resistance: up to –22 °C Disease resistance: 3.5 points Purpose: table variety for fresh consumption and sale Description of the variety Flagman is a new variety of Kalugin V.M. selection, which immediately attracts attention with its spectacular appearance. The berries are elongated, dark maroon in color, large, weighing 15–18 g, with fleshy juicy pulp and harmonious taste. The clusters are massive, of medium density, weighing about 1 kg, have an attractive presentation and high transportability. Characteristics Bunch weight: ≈ 1 kg Berry weight: 15–18 g Color: dark burgundy Berry shape: elongated Taste: harmonious Transportability: high Advantages of the variety Spectacular appearance of berries Large and aligned bunches Harmonious sweet taste High transportability Stable fruiting
Black Prombir - early large-fruited grape with rich taste Selection: Kalugin V.M. Ripening period: early Growth strength: vigorous Frost resistance: high (up to -23 °C) Disease resistance: average/above average Purpose: table variety for fresh consumption and sale Description of the variety Black Prombir - a new promising hybrid form of grapes, distinguished by large attractive berries and high taste qualities. The clusters are large, cylindrical, of medium density, weighing 700–1100 g. The berries are very large - 25–30 g, dark red in color, with fleshy-juicy dense pulp and a pleasant harmonious taste. The variety is characterized by powerful bush growth, high yield and excellent presentation, which makes it an excellent choice for the fresh market and commercial cultivation. Characteristics Bunch weight: 0.7–1.1 kg Berry weight: 25–30 g Color: dark red, rich Taste: harmonious, pleasant Flesh: fleshy-juicy, dense Transportability: high Advantages of the variety Large and attractive berries Harmonious rich taste Early ripening Powerful growth and high yield Excellent presentation Good transportability
Admiral (formerly - "Gift of Belarus") Breeder: Kalugina V.M. Ripening period: early Growth strength: vigorous Frost resistance: up to −23 °C Disease resistance: increased, berries do not crack with excess moisture, do not crumble Description of the variety Admiral is a promising early table grape variety with high yield and excellent taste characteristics. The clusters are large, cylindrical, of medium density, weighing from 800 to 1200 g. The berries are elongated-cylindrical with a blunt nose, 36×54 mm in size, dark blue, covered with a pleasant wax coating. The pulp is dense, crispy, fleshy and very juicy. The taste is harmonious, rich, with a pronounced varietal aroma. Characteristics: Berry weight: 18–25 g Cluster weight: 0.8–1.2 kg Transportability: excellent, berries hold well on the ridge, retain their marketable appearance Yield: high (requires crop rationing) Purpose: for fresh consumption, market sales Advantages of the variety: Early ripening Large, attractive berries Very sweet, harmonious taste Resistance to cracking High transportability and keeping quality Increased frost resistance
Asia - a large white hybrid grape variety Breeder: Kalugin Viktor Mikhailovich Ripening period: medium Growth strength: vigorous Frost resistance: up to −23 °C Disease resistance: high Description of the variety Asia - a new hybrid grape variety with very large, elongated berries and an impressive marketable appearance. Bred by the Ukrainian breeder Kalugin V.M. for cultivation both in homesteads and for market sales. The clusters are large, lush, weighing about 1 kg or more. The berries are elongated in shape, up to 7 cm long, weighing about 20 g, white in color with a slight golden hue. The shape of the berries is very reminiscent of the famous grapes "Women's Fingers". The pulp is dense, crispy, with a harmonious sweet taste. Characteristics: Berry weight: ~20 g Berry length: up to 7 cm Cluster weight: ~1 kg and more Taste: varietal, harmonious Color: white with a golden hue Transportability: high Purpose: for fresh consumption and sale Advantages of the shape: Very large elongated berries Attractive presentation Dense, crispy flesh Good transportability High yield and strong growth
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
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
Everest Muscat - early red grape with a rich muscat flavor Ripening period: early (ripens earlier than the Everest variety) Flower type: bisexual (self-pollinating) Growth strength: vigorous Disease resistance: under study Variety status: under study Description of the variety Everest Muscat - a promising form of grape, which is characterized by stable yield, good pollination and excellent muscat flavor. Unlike the classic Everest variety, it ripens earlier, has larger clusters and evenly formed berries. The clusters are large, dense, with consistently high quality. The berries are large, rich red in color, with fleshy-juicy pulp and a bright muscat aroma. It has high market appeal and is suitable for fresh consumption and sale. Characteristics Bunch weight: large (data is being specified) Berry weight: large Color: red Taste: rich muscat Transportability: high Advantages of the form Originates from Transnistria Early ripening (formerly Everest) Large attractive bunches Stable yield Pronounced muscat taste Uniform pollination
Mulberry (Shovkovitsa) — a red-burgundy giant with powerful growth and harmonious taste Breeder: Kalugin V.M. Ripening period: early Frost resistance: up to –23 °C Flower type: bisexual Purpose: table variety for the market and fresh consumption Description of the variety Mulberry, also known as Shovkovitsa, is a spectacular novelty for those looking for an impressive appearance and rich taste. The bushes are very powerful, with great growth power, stably form clusters weighing 700–1200 g. The berries are large — 25–30 g, red-burgundy in color, with a pleasant, harmonious taste and dense, fleshy pulp. Ideal for sale on the market and fresh consumption. Characteristics Ripening period: early Cluster weight: 700–1200 g Berry weight: 25–30 g Berry shape: oval, elongated Berry color: red-burgundy Taste: harmonious, rich Flower type: bisexual Frost resistance: up to –23 °C Advantages of the variety Large, spectacular berries Gorgeous color Strong bushes Harmonious taste High presentation Resistant to moisture and cracking
Dneprovskyi Souvenir – very early grapes with elongated dark berries Breeder: Kalugin V.M. Ripening period: very early (100–105 days) Flower type: bisexual (self-pollinating) Growth strength: vigorous Frost resistance: up to −23 °C Disease resistance: above average Description of the variety Dneprovskyi Souvenir is a modern table grape variety that combines an attractive appearance, excellent taste and very early ripening. The bushes are powerful, the vine ripens perfectly, the harvest is stable even in different weather conditions. Resistant to excessive moisture. The clusters are large, weighing 700–1500 g, of medium density, with aligned dark berries of an elongated shape. Berries weighing 14–16 g, fleshy‑crisp, harmonious taste, with a pleasant dessert shade. The variety is characterized by increased resistance to diseases and good transportability. Characteristics: Cluster weight: 0.7–1.5 kg Berry weight: 14–16 g Berry shape: elongated Color: dark Taste: harmonious, dessert Transportability: high Advantages of the shape Very early ripening Elongated dark berries Harmonious dessert taste High marketability Increased resistance to diseases Powerful growth and stable yield Resistance to excessive moisture
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
Pepper Red – a very early hybrid grape with a rich varietal taste Selection: Kalugin V.M. Ripening period: very early (95–105 days) Growth strength: high Frost resistance: up to –23 °C Purpose: table variety for fresh consumption and sale Description of the variety Pepper Red – a hybrid form of very early ripening from the breeder Kalugin V.M. The clusters are large, weighing 600–1200 g, medium-loose, up to 50 mm long, with an attractive harmonious varietal taste. The pulp is fleshy and marmalade-like, dense and crunchy, with high sugar accumulation. The clusters are stored on the bushes for a long time without losing their marketable qualities, which makes the variety very promising for commercial cultivation. Characteristics Bunch weight: 600–1200 g Bunch length: up to 50 mm Taste: harmonious, varietal Pulp: fleshy, marmalade consistency, dense, crispy Frost resistance: up to –23 °C Transportability: good Growth strength and yield: high Advantages of the variety Very early ripening High yield and growth strength Long-term preservation of bunches on the bush Harmonious taste with high sugar accumulation Good transportability
Din'ka - a very early grape with pink ribbed berries and a muscat aroma Breeder: Pysanka O.M. Ripening period: very early (end of July) Growth strength: vigorous Frost resistance: conditionally up to −23 °C Disease resistance: under study Description of the variety Din'ka - a unique very early table grape variety, which attracts not only with the bright color of the berries, but also with a special ribbed shape. Full ripening occurs at the end of July, which makes this variety one of the first on the market. The clusters are large, conical in shape, sometimes with a "wing", medium density, weighing 500 g - 1 kg. The berries are large (10–12 g), oval, with a characteristic ribbed surface, when technically ripe they acquire a rich pink color. The pulp is fleshy-juicy, dense, with a slight "crunch" and a pleasant muscat aroma. Characteristics Bunch weight: 0.5–1.0 kg Berry weight: 10–12 g Berry shape: oval, ribbed Color: pink at technical maturity Taste: nutmeg, fleshy-juicy Transportability: high Advantages of the variety Very early ripening Original ribbed shape of berries Bright pink color Nutmeg aroma and dense pulp Large attractive bunches Good transportability
Golden Queen - super early grape Origin: (Talisman × Arcadia) Breeder: Adamov V.I. Ripening period: super early (85–90 days) Growth strength: vigorous Frost resistance: up to −23 °C Disease resistance: increased Description of the variety Golden Queen is one of the earliest super early hybrid grape forms, which manages to ripen at the beginning of the season. In our vineyard, this variety ripens the first. The clusters are cylindro-conical, weighing 500–1200 g, with large amber-colored berries weighing 10–18 g. The pulp is fleshy, juicy, with a harmonious taste. The shoots are characterized by great growth strength, which ensures a high yield. Characteristics Bunch weight: 0.5–1.2 kg Berry weight: 10–18 g Berry color: amber Taste: harmonious, dessert Transportability: high Advantages of the shape Very early ripening Large bunches and attractive amber berries Strong growth and high yield Increased resistance to diseases Frost resistance down to −23 °C
Alpha (form Kalugin V.M.) Breeder: Kalugin V.M. Ripening period: 110–115 days (medium early) Growth strength: vigorous Frost resistance: up to −23 °C Disease resistance: high, berries do not crack with excess moisture Description of the variety Alpha is a medium-early, high-yielding table grape form with excellent taste and marketability. The clusters are large, cylindrical, of medium density, weighing from 700 g to 1.5 kg. The berries are large, 26×36 mm in size, dark in color, with an attractive waxy coating. The pulp is dense, crispy, fleshy and juicy, with a harmonious sweet taste. Characteristics: Berry weight: 18–20 g Cluster weight: 0.7–1.5 kg Taste: harmonious, rich, varietal Purpose: fresh table, market sale Transportability: high - berries hold firmly on the ridge, retain their marketable appearance well Yield: consistently high Advantages of the shape: Large, attractive clusters Harmonious taste with high sugar content Increased frost resistance Does not crack even with excessive humidity Very promising for market cultivation
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
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
Malchik Spalchyk - grapes with very large finger-shaped berries and harmonious taste Selection: Kalugin V.M. Ripening period: early (approximately 100–110 days) Growth strength: high Frost resistance: medium Disease resistance: medium Flower: bisexual Purpose: table variety, suitable for fresh consumption and sale Description of the variety Malchik Spalchyk - grapes with strong shoots and well-maturing vine. The variety is distinguished by large conical clusters weighing from 700 to 1500 g and finger-shaped berries 4–6 cm long, weighing 17–20 g. The berries have a medium-thick skin and dense, crispy flesh with a sweet, harmonious taste. The clusters are of medium density, which provides good ventilation and reduces the risk of diseases. Characteristics Bunch weight: 0.7–1.5 kg Berry weight: 17–20 g Berry length: 4–6 cm Berry shape: finger-shaped (elongated) Taste: sweet, harmonious Pulp consistency: dense, crispy Transportability: high Advantages of the variety Very large finger-shaped berries Strong shoot growth and good vine ripening Harmonious sweet taste Dense, crispy pulp (hard as a cucumber) Medium density of bunches Suitable for fresh consumption and sale
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