Variety of dark grape varieties
Dark grapes are an indispensable ingredient for making wine and juice, champagne and other drinks. It contains amino acids and plant fibers, glucose and fructose. The most delicious and environmentally friendly grapes are those grown on their own site. Every gardener takes care of bushes and vines, regularly cuts dry shoots and fertilizes the crop with mineral complexes for rapid growth. The yield also depends on the choice of the variety: one grape is grown only in the south, while the other is frost-hardy and suitable for planting in central Russia.
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Dark grape varieties
Cultivars vary in fruit size and shape, color and flavor. Small berries are processed for harvesting, large ones are eaten fresh or such grapes are grown for sale.
With long fruits
Long black grape Baikonur is notable for its commercial qualities. The weight of the bunch is about 1.2 kg, the weight of the berry is 16 g, the length is 5 cm. The peel is of medium density, but strong, the color is dark purple, with a reddish tint. There is a dense waxy coating on the surface, due to which the berries retain their marketable and taste qualities, and are suitable for transportation. The pulp is pleasant, sweet on the palate, with a rich aroma. The grapes are suitable for fresh consumption and processing; jams, juices, wines, compotes are prepared from the harvest.
The advantages of the variety include self-pollination, suitability for growing in central Russia, early ripening (the harvest is harvested at the end of July). Bunches ripen gradually, so they feast on juicy berries until September. The height of the plant is 4 m, so a tie to the support is required, otherwise the shoots will break under the weight of large berries.
Very fine black grapes
What is the best small black grape? Gardeners celebrate Odessa Black. The average weight of the bunch is 140 g, the weight of the berry is about 1 g. The shape of the fruit is round-oval, color is black, with a dense waxy coating. The skin is firm, the pulp is juicy, the taste is grape-cherry, with a pleasant aftertaste.
Odessa black belongs to wine varieties, it is grown both in private garden plots and on large farms. The growing season is 160-170 days, berries ripen in late September or early October, depending on climatic conditions.
Interesting! Red dry and dessert wines are prepared from Odessa black grapes. The drink has an attractive ruby color, the taste is fresh.
Advantages of the variety: fruitful shoots, versatility in application, unpretentious care. Odessa black is resistant to gray rot and powdery mildew, tolerates frost well. It is planted in the south and in the Central region.
Brown grapes
Brown varieties do not exist, in nature there are only fruits with a brown-golden tan. One of the popular varieties is the Rkatsiteli grape. Late-ripening and winter-hardy, it rarely suffers from mildew and gray rot, and is not damaged by pests. The bushes are vigorous, the shoots ripen quickly. The weight of a cylindrical cluster is 140-200 g, the density is average. Berries are oval, the weight of one is up to 2 g, the color is greenish, with a brown tan. The skin is thin, the pulp is of medium density, there are 1-2 seeds inside. The taste is pleasant, moderately sweet. Rkatsiteli is used in cooking: dried, processed, made drinks and preparations for the winter.
To obtain a rich harvest, it is recommended to pay attention to top dressing: Rkatsiteli reacts favorably to fertilization with ammonium nitrate and potassium magnesia. For the first time, the procedure is carried out during the flowering period in order to speed up the fruit ovary.
The darkest grape variety
Grapes Codryanka grown in the Ural, North Caucasian, Lower Volga regions. The ripening period is very early - an average of 115 days pass from budding to harvest. The bushes are vigorous, the vine ripens completely, does not need pinching. Kodryanka bears fruit for 2 years from the date of planting. The variety is frost-resistant, can withstand temperatures down to -22 ° C, and is resistant to spring frosts. Summer residents shelter him for the winter and cut off sick or too long shoots.
The bunches are large, the average weight is 600 g. The shape is conical, the berries are located tightly to each other. Fruits are elongated, large, weigh 6–8 g, black. The skin is dense, there is a weak wax coating. The grapes are firmly attached to the branch, after ripening they do not crumble. The taste is pleasant, the tasting score is 8.2 points out of 10. Another advantage of Codreanka is that a good harvest is harvested even from stony and poor soils.
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The best black grapes
The grapes are early, mid and late. The ripening period depends on the characteristics of the variety, weather conditions, compliance with agrotechnical rules. A suitable plant is selected for each region.
Early
Early ripening varieties ripen in late July - early August. The berries are eaten fresh or used to make drinks and desserts. It is recommended to grow early varieties in regions with unstable climates.
Athos
The growing season is 95-100 days. The bush bears fruit for 3 years after planting, tolerates frosts down to -23 ° C. Bunch weight varies from 700 to 1500 g, depending on soil and climate. The berries are medium in size, the weight of one is about 8 g. The color is black and blue, attractive, the skin is strong. The flesh is burgundy, juicy and sweet.
Ripe berries do not crack for 30 days after ripening, so many gardeners take their time to harvest. Atos is a table variety, therefore, delicious liqueurs, juices, compotes are obtained from its berries. The bushes are not difficult to care for.
Ekaro-35
The table variety has a very early ripening period - it ripens in 85-100 days. The bunches are oblong, the average weight of one is 400 g. The berries are round, weigh about 4 g, the color is dark blue. The variety is appreciated for its juicy and aromatic fruit pulp with a pleasant aftertaste. Tall bushes are resistant to mildew and fruit rot, weakly affected by insects.
It is recommended to plant Ekaro-35 in a spacious and sunny area, since the variety is picky about growing conditions. Grapes do not tolerate excess moisture - the fruits crack and lose their taste.
Fun
The early table variety is universal in use, ripens in 100–110 days. The bushes are vigorous, the leaves are large dark green. The berries are oblong oval, the skin is dark blue, with a waxy coating. The weight of the berry is about 10 g, the yield is notable for its marketable and transportable qualities. The flesh is firm and crunchy, the taste is sweet, with a slight nutmeg aftertaste.
The flowers are bisexual, so Zabava does not need additional pollinators. Shoots ripen quickly, frost resistance - up to -20 ° C. Saplings are planted in windless areas.
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Mid-season
Mid-season grapes are considered the most unpretentious. The berries ripen by mid or late August, they are large in size and dense, sweet pulp.
Kuban
The table variety yields a crop on August 20-25. The bunches are conical, weighing from 1 to 1.5 kg.The berries are oblong, black, with a slight waxy coating. They weigh about 10 g, the skin is dense. The taste is sweet, with a refreshing pleasant sourness.
Among the advantages are the attractive appearance of fruits and bunches, large size, sweet taste. The berries are suitable for storage and transportation, they are not affected by wasps and other insects. The variety is resistant to mildew, withstands frosts down to -20 ° C.
Great
The table variety is grown in central Russia and southern regions. The bushes are vigorous, the shoots grow quickly. The flowers are bisexual, which guarantees a stable yield. Bunch weight - about 600 g, conical shape. The mass of the berry is 13 g, the shape is oblong, with a pointed apex, a shade of red-violet-black. The skin is dense, but not felt in the taste. The pulp is crispy and firm, the taste is sweet, the aroma is medium. Great for transportation, stored in the refrigerator for up to 1 month. Berries are used fresh and for processing.
Amursky
A mid-season technical grape variety ripens in late August or early September. The bushes are vigorous and strong, the leaves are large. The bunches are loose, cylindrical-conical in shape. The weight of the bunch is about 250 g. The berries are round-oval, weighing 6 g each. The color is black-blue, the rind is dense, but thin. Sweet and sour dessert taste.
Reference. For reproduction of the Amur, seeds, cuttings or branches are used. For planting, choose a sunny place on the south side of the garden. An excellent option would be a hilly area, protected from winds and drafts. Supports are placed next to the seedling.
Amur frost-resistant, withstands temperatures up to -40 ° C. After transplanting, it takes root in any soil, it grows quickly. Due to its high growth, the variety is often used for landscaping a garden.
Late
Late grape varieties begin ripening in mid-September and finish in mid-October. The crop is used for processing or sale, transported and stored in a basement or cellar.
Dachny
The table variety can withstand temperatures down to -25 ° C, and is resistant to viral and fungal diseases. The bunches are large and weighty - the weight of one reaches 500 g, the shape is conical. The berries are black-purple, the weight of one is about 4 g. The taste is interesting - sweet, with a taste of prunes. The aroma is intense, the pulp is delicate.
The vines ripen quickly, the plant is easy to care for. The crop is harvested at the end of September, the berries do not crumble after ripening. Use the fruits for baking, marshmallow, cakes, drinks.
December
The frost-resistant grape variety Dekabrskiy can withstand temperatures down to -27 ° C; it is grown in the middle lane, the Ural and Far Eastern regions. Bunches of medium density and cylindrical shape, weigh about 300 g. Berries are ovoid, weighing 4 g, dark purple color, with a dense waxy bloom. The pulp is juicy and fleshy, the taste is harmonious and sweet.
December is resistant to fungal diseases, the vines ripen quickly and amicably, the fruits do not crumble or crack. The grapes are suitable for storage, fresh consumption and wine making.
Peaceful
Ripens in the second half of September, drought-resistant, frost-hardy. The weight of the bunch is about 1 kg, some specimens reach 2 kg. The density is average, the shape of the berries is oval, the weight is about 10 g. The color is black, the dense skin is covered with a strong waxy bloom. The taste is harmonious, refreshing, with a slight sourness. Frost resistance - up to -21 ° С. After harvesting, the berries retain their flavor and color for 25-30 days.
Attention! After harvesting, summer residents examine the bunches, discard the sluggish and spoiled berries. For long-term storage, unwashed bunches are placed in a bag and put into a refrigerator at a temperature of 0 ° C and a humidity of 90–95%. The grapes are kept away from products with strong odors.
Conclusion
Before planting grapes, it is important to pay attention not only to the name of the variety, but also to a detailed description of the berries, to find out which qualities prevail.Dark varieties are popular not only among winemakers, but also among amateur summer residents. Gardeners are planting grapes Kuban, Dachny, Velika, Zabava. Their fruits are attractive in color and shape, sweet flesh. The variety with brown Rkatsiteli berries and the blackest grape Codryanka look interesting.