Zeus - early grapes with large elongated berries and crispy pulp Selection: Kalugin V.M. Status: new Ripening period: early / very early (approximately 105–110 days) Growth strength: vigorous Frost resistance: up to –23°C Disease resistance: under study Purpose: table form Description of the variety Zeus - a new promising hybrid grape form of Viktor Mikhailovich Kalugin's selection, which is distinguished by large elongated berries, beautiful color and good marketable qualities. The bushes are vigorous, with high yield potential. The form requires normalization of the load of clusters to obtain large, aligned berries and a high-quality harvest. The flower is bisexual, pollination is good. The clusters are large, of medium density, weighing approximately 800–1500 g. The berries are very large, elongated-oval or finger-shaped, measuring about 20×55 mm, weighing 15–20 g. The color of the berries is red, sometimes with a red-violet tint. The pulp is very dense, fleshy-juicy and crispy, with a good accumulation of sugar. The taste is harmonious, varietal, without pronounced muscat. Zeus has a good presentation, large berries and attractive clusters, so it is an interesting form for both home vineyards and for growing for sale. Characteristics Status: new Ripening period: early / very early Approximate period: 105–110 days Cluster weight: 800–1500 g Berry weight: 15–20 g Berry size: about 20×55 mm Berry shape: elongated, oval, finger-shaped Berry color: red, red-violet Taste: harmonious, varietal Pulp: very dense, crispy, fleshy-juicy Flower: bisexual Growth force: vigorous Yield: high Frost resistance: up to –23°C Disease resistance: under study Cultivation features Zeus has great growth force and high yield potential, so it is advisable to normalize the bush load. To obtain large berries and high-quality clusters, it is important not to overload the vine with the crop. Resistance to major diseases is still being studied, so standard preventive grape treatments are recommended. Advantages of the variety ✓ New form of selection by Kalugina V.M. ✓ Early ripening period ✓ Large marketable clusters ✓ Very large elongated berry ✓ Beautiful red or red-violet color ✓ Dense crispy flesh ✓ Harmonious varietal taste ✓ Bisexual flower ✓ High yield ✓ Beautiful presentation