A collection of grapes suitable for southern and central regions of Ukraine
Chorna Golka – early grape with elongated black berries Selection: Kalugin V.M. Ripening period: early Growth strength: vigorous Frost resistance: up to –23 °C Disease resistance: average/above average Purpose: table variety for fresh consumption and sale Description of the variety Chorna Golka is an attractive early table grape variety with an unusual elongated finger-shaped berry. It has a rich black color, dense crispy pulp and harmonious taste, which is highly appreciated by both amateurs and professional winegrowers. The clusters are large, weighing 600–1200 g, of medium density. The berries are large, 16–18 g, elongated, with a pleasant fleshy structure and a good balance of sweetness and acidity. Characteristics Bunch weight: 0.6–1.2 kg Berry weight: 16–18 g Color: black Taste: harmonious Berry shape: elongated, finger-shaped Transportability: high Advantages of the variety Early ripening Original elongated berry shape Large bunches and berries Crispy flesh Harmonious taste Good transportability
Empress - a large-fruited hybrid grape variety with a harmonious taste Breeder: Kalugin V.M., Ukraine Ripening period: early-medium Flower type: bisexual (self-pollinating) Growth strength: strong-growing bush Frost resistance: requires shelter for the winter Disease resistance: medium Description of the variety Empress - an exquisite table grape variety of private selection with very large clusters and attractive berries of red-violet color, covered with a thick wax coating. The bushes have great growth strength, high yield and are distinguished by stable fruit quality. The clusters are conical, branched, weighing up to 1.2 kg, of medium density or loose. The berries are very large, weighing 20-25 g, oval in shape. The pulp is dense, crispy and juicy, with a balanced harmonious taste. Characteristics Bunch weight: up to 1.2 kg Berry weight: 20–25 g Color: red-violet with a thick waxy coating Taste: harmonious Transportability: high Advantages of the form Very large bunches and berries Attractive fruit color Harmonious taste and crispy flesh High yield Good transportability Resistance to moisture
Sodruzhestvo - large purple grapes with a harmonious taste Selection: Kalugin V.M. Ripening period: medium (September 15–20) Growth strength: vigorous Frost resistance: up to –23 °C Disease resistance: medium Purpose: table variety, suitable for fresh consumption and commercial cultivation Description of the variety Sodruzhestvo - a mid-ripening table grape with powerful bushes, large heavy clusters and attractive purple berries. Ripens in mid-September (15–20), providing consistently high yields and excellent taste characteristics. The clusters are very large, weighing 1–2 kg, of medium density. Berries weighing over 20 g, rich purple color, fleshy and juicy, with a pleasant harmonious taste. Stores well on the bush and during transportation. Characteristics Bunch weight: 1–2 kg Berry weight: 20 g+ Color: purple Taste: harmonious Transportability: high Advantages of the variety Large, heavy bunches Large, attractive berries Harmonious, balanced taste Stable high yield Good transportability Optimal average ripening period for extending the sales season
Chorne Oblako – large-fruited early grape with crispy pulp Selection: Kalugin V.M. Ripening period: early (110–115 days) Growth strength: vigorous Frost resistance: up to –23 °C Disease resistance: average/above average Purpose: table variety for fresh consumption and sale Description of the variety Chorne Oblako is an attractive hybrid form of grapes with large dark berries and dense crispy pulp. Clusters are cylindrical in shape, of medium density, weighing from 700 g to 1.5 kg. Berries are 26×36 mm in size, weighing 18–20 g, dark saturated color, with good sugar accumulation and harmonious varietal taste. The variety is distinguished by very high yield and market appeal. It does not crack from excess moisture. After spring frosts, it recovers well and is able to yield a harvest in the same season. To obtain the highest quality harvest, bunches need to be rationed. Characteristics Bunch weight: 0.7–1.5 kg Berry weight: 18–20 g Berry size: 26×36 mm Color: dark Taste: harmonious, varietal Pulp: dense, fleshy, crispy Transportability: high Advantages of the variety Large, attractive berries Harmonious taste with good sugar Dense, crispy pulp High yield and market appeal Does not crack from excess moisture Recovers well after spring frosts and yields Good transportability
Emir - early purple grapes with large berries and high marketability Breeder: Kalugin V.M. Ripening period: early (110–115 days) Flower type: bisexual (self-pollinating) Growth strength: vigorous Frost resistance: up to −23 °C Disease resistance: high Description of the variety Emir is one of the most promising hybrid forms of grapes in terms of marketable characteristics. Combines early ripening, large and attractive berries, excellent taste and stable yield. The bushes are vigorous, with a powerful vine that ripens well. Clusters of cylindrical shape, large, medium density, weighing 800–2000 g. The berries are elongated (30×48 mm), average weight 20–30 g, rich purple color with attractive shine. The pulp is dense, crispy, sweet, with a balanced harmonious taste. The variety is distinguished by its high yield, but requires mandatory rationing to achieve maximum berry quality. Characteristics Bunch weight: 0.8–2.0 kg Berry weight: 20–30 g Berry size: 30×48 mm Color: purple Taste: harmonious, sweet Transportability: high Advantages of the form Large, attractive berries and bunches Early ripening (August) High yield Harmonious sweet taste Good transportability Frost resistance down to −23 °C
Olympus - grapes with very large juicy berries and harmonious taste Selection: Kalugin V.M. Ripening period: medium (needs clarification) Growth strength: high Frost resistance: up to –23 °C Flower: bisexual Purpose: table variety for fresh consumption and sale Description of the variety Olympus is a vigorous grape variety, characterized by very large, attractive berries with an average weight of 25–30 g. The vine ripens well, and the flower is bisexual, which ensures reliable pollination. The clusters are large, of medium density, weighing 800–1500 g and more. The berries have an elongated-oval shape, dense, fleshy, crispy and juicy pulp with a very harmonious taste. Characteristics Bunch weight: 800–1500 g and more Berry weight: 25–30 g Berry shape: elongated-oval Taste: harmonious Pulp consistency: dense, fleshy, juicy, crispy Frost resistance: up to –23 °C Advantages of the variety Very large berries Strong bush growth and good vine ripening Harmonious, pleasant taste High yield 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 Large attractive berries Harmonious taste Long storage on the bush and after harvest Good transportability Promising form for the market Resistance to excessive moisture
Comet - a very early grape with elongated black berries and crispy pulp Selection: Kalugin V.M. Ripening period: very early (about 95–105 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 Comet - an attractive very early grape variety, created by the breeder Kalugin. The variety is distinguished by elongated, up to 4–6 cm, black berries with crispy fleshy pulp and harmonious taste. Due to its beautiful appearance and large clusters, the grapes are ideal for both the market and home consumption. Clusters weigh from 600 to 1200 g, medium density. The elongated berries, weighing 15–20 g, acquire a deep black color with an attractive shine when fully ripe. Characteristics Cluster weight: 0.6–1.2 kg Berry weight: 15–20 g Berry size: 4–6 cm Color: black Taste: harmonious Berry shape: elongated Flesh consistency: crunchy Transportability: high Advantages of the shape Very early ripening Large elongated berries Crispy flesh and harmonious taste High marketability Good transportability Frost resistance down to –23 °C
Ratatouille Kishmish (USA) - grapes with unsurpassed taste and giant clusters Origin: USA Type: Kishmish (seedless) Ripening period: medium (approximate) Purpose: table variety, commercial cultivation Description of the variety Ratatouille Kishmish is a high-quality seedless grape from the USA, characterized by unsurpassed, unique taste and large clusters. The berries weigh about 12 g, clusters - up to 1.5 kg, which makes the variety very attractive for consumers and commercial cultivation. The pulp of the berries is juicy, with a high sugar content, which provides sweetness and richness of taste. The variety is characterized by the absence of pea-likeness and resistance to cracking, which increases the shelf life and transportability. Variety characteristics Bunch weight: up to 1.5 kg Berry weight: about 12 g Berry color: light yellow Berry shape: oval, elongated Taste: unique, very sweet with a rich aroma Sugar accumulation: very high No pea-staining: yes Transportability: excellent Resistance: to cracking and wasp damage Disease resistance: high Ripening time: medium (approximately) Advantages of the variety Unique, attractive taste Large, heavy bunches No pea-staining High yield and stability Excellent transportability Resistance to wasp damage and diseases
Lamborghini - golden raisins with elongated berries and refreshing taste Selection: Institute of Viticulture (USA) Type: raisins (I class of seedlessness) Ripening period: early (100–110 days) Growth strength: vigorous Frost resistance: up to –22 °C (approximately) Disease resistance: average Purpose: table raisins, excellent for fresh consumption, market sales and berry mixes Description of the variety Lamborghini raisins is a modern high-quality form of seedless grapes of American selection. Created in the USA, the variety quickly gained popularity due to its attractive appearance and refined harmonious taste. Clusters of medium size, conical, medium density. Berries are elongated, with a pointed tip, rich golden color. The pulp is dense, juicy, with a refreshing taste. Complete seedlessness (Class I) makes the variety particularly convenient for consumption. Characteristics Origin: Institute of Viticulture (USA) Type: raisin (Class I seedlessness) Color: golden Berry shape: elongated, pointed Taste: harmonious, refreshing Clusters: conical, medium density Transportability: high Advantages of the variety American selection Complete seedlessness Very attractive appearance Refreshing taste High marketability Suitable for commercial cultivation
Kazka Kishmysh is a large seedless grape with an attractive color. Ripening period: medium. Breeder: Kalugin V.M. Growth strength: vigorous. Frost resistance: up to –23 °C. Seedlessness: 2nd class (soft rudiments are possible in the largest berries). Purpose: table grapes, suitable for fresh consumption, long-term storage and transportation. Description of the variety Kazka Kishmysh is one of the largest berry raisins in the world, created by breeder Kalugin Viktor Mikhailovich. The grapes combine the huge size of the berries, bright attractive color and harmonious taste. The clusters are large, of medium density, conical in shape, sometimes with a wing. The berries are very large, oval-elongated, dark pink or purple in color, fleshy-juicy, with a rich harmonious taste. The variety is able to be stored on the bush for a long time, preserving its presentation and taste properties. The berry is tightly held on the stalk, which makes it suitable for long-term storage and transportation. To obtain maximum harvest quality, the bunches themselves must be rationed. Characteristics Bunch weight: large Berry weight: very large Color: dark pink / purple Taste: harmonious Seedlessness: 2nd class Transportability: high Advantages of the shape Extra-large elongated berries of attractive color Seedless with a pleasant harmonious taste Good transportability and keeping quality Can hang on the bush for a long time without losing quality Powerful growth and high yield Resistant to moisture Improving the quality of the harvest by rationing the bunches themselves
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
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
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
Star Gate - mid-ripening red grape with large berries Breeder: Kalugin V.M. Ripening period: mid-ripening Growth strength: vigorous Frost resistance: up to −23 °C Disease resistance: high Variety description Star Gate - a spectacular mid-ripening table grape variety with attractive red berries and excellent harmonious taste. The bushes are vigorous, the vine ripens well, the variety bears fruit stably and gives high yields. The clusters are large, weighing 0.8–1.3 kg, dense, with large berries weighing 20–25 g and measuring 36–38 mm. The pulp is fleshy, juicy, with a pronounced dessert taste. The variety tolerates transportation well and retains its presentation for a long time. Characteristics Bunch weight: 0.8–1.3 kg Berry weight: 20–25 g Berry size: 36–38 mm Color: red Taste: harmonious, dessert Transportability: high Advantages of the form Large bunches and attractive red berries Fleshy, juicy pulp with a harmonious taste Strong growth and stable yield High transportability Frost resistance down to −23 °C