Shchennikov O.M. is a famous Ukrainian grape grower and breeder. Brought out a lot of new varieties and hybrid forms of grapes. All of them are interesting for their taste and appearance.
Grand Prix – an ultra-early pink grape with an unsurpassed muscat flavor Ripening period: ultra-early (mid-July) Flower type: bisexual (self-pollinating) Growth strength: vigorous Frost resistance: up to −24…−25 °C Disease resistance: increased Description of the variety Grand Prix is an elite table grape variety of ultra-early ripening, which combines exceptional yield, excellent taste and attractive presentation. The vine ripens perfectly, the bushes give a consistently high yield, and the berries retain their taste even a month after ripening. Clusters weighing 500–1200 g, medium density, with aligned pink berries. The berries are large (12–14 g), dense and crunchy, with a rich harmonious taste and a pronounced muscat aroma. It is characterized by a high sugar content and excellent transportability. Characteristics: Cluster weight: 0.5–1.2 kg Berry weight: 12–14 g Color: pink Taste: rich muscat Frost resistance: −24…−25 °C Transportability: high Storage on the bush: up to 1+ months without loss of quality Advantages of the form: Very early ripening Rich aroma of muscat Large attractive clusters and berries High yield Long storage on the bush Increased resistance to fungal diseases Excellent transportability
Cupid is a very early grape with extra-large clusters and berries Ripening period: very early Breeder: Shchennikov O.M. Growth strength: vigorous Frost resistance: increased (due to Amur blood in the genotype) Flower type: bisexual (self-pollinated) Purpose: table grapes for fresh consumption, commercial cultivation and early sale Description of the variety Cupid grapes are the latest hybrid form that combines very early ripening, huge clusters and extra-large berries with unsurpassed taste and powerful growth force. Berries are pink-red, fiery in color, very large, with dense and crispy pulp, harmonious sweet taste. The clusters are impressive in size - up to 50 cm long and more, with perfectly formed berries. The variety is distinguished by stable high yield - up to two inflorescences per shoot. The vine ripens early, which guarantees reliable fruiting even in regions with short summers. Characteristics Bunch weight: very large (up to 50 cm long) Berry weight: extra large Color: pink-red, fiery Taste: harmonious, sweet Flesh: dense, crunchy Transportability: high Advantages of the form Very early ripening - one of the first to enter the market Large bunches and berries of attractive bright color High yield (up to 2 inflorescences per shoot) Powerful growth and early ripening of the vine Increased frost resistance thanks to Amur genes Excellent presentation and transportability
Bila Nadiya – a very early white grape with a harmonious taste Breeding: Schennikov O.M. Ripening period: very early (95–105 days) Flower functionality: bisexual Growth strength: average (approximately) Frost resistance: up to –23 °C Purpose: table variety for fresh consumption and sale Description of the variety Bila Nadiya – a very early white grape variety, created by breeder Schennikov O.M. The grape forms large clusters weighing 700–1500 g with attractive ovoid berries weighing 15–20 g. The variety is distinguished by its harmonious taste and resistance to frost. Characteristics Bunch weight: 700–1500 g Berry weight: 15–20 g Berry shape: ovoid Berry color: white Taste: harmonious Flower: bisexual Frost resistance: up to –23 °C Advantages of the variety Very early ripening Large bunches and ovoid berries Harmonious taste High frost resistance Suitable for fresh consumption and sale
Lubrin - a very early blue grape with a large berry and a harmonious taste Selection: Schennikov O.M. Ripening period: very early Growth strength: vigorous Frost resistance: up to -24°C Disease resistance: under study Purpose: table form Description of the variety Lubrin - a table form of grapes selected by Schennikov O.M., which is distinguished by a very early ripening period, large clusters and attractive blue berries. The bushes are vigorous, with great growth force. The clusters are large, weighing 700–1200 g, marketable. The berries are large, weighing 14–18 g, blue in color. The pulp is dense, with a pleasant consistency. The taste is harmonious, balanced, without sharp acid. Due to its early ripening, large berries and beautiful appearance, Lubrin is an interesting form for a home vineyard and growing for sale. Characteristics Ripening period: very early Cluster weight: 700–1200 g Berry weight: 14–18 g Berry color: blue Taste: harmonious Pulp: dense Growth strength: vigorous Frost resistance: up to –24°C Disease resistance: under study Advantages of the variety ✓ Very early ripening period ✓ Large clusters ✓ Large blue berry ✓ Harmonious pleasant taste ✓ Dense pulp ✓ Strong bush growth ✓ Frost resistance up to –24°C ✓ Promising form of selection Schennikova O.M.