Makes wonderfully sophisticated reds. Wine writers have been waxing poetic about this variety for over a decade now because of its high sugar content and moderate acidity. This combination is capable of producing highly complex wines with a deep ruby color, exquisite tannins and flavors of blackberry, cherry, black pepper and allspice. The grapes are blue-black and gorgeous on the vines, which have a semi-upright habit and medium vigor. Developed by the University of Minnesota and introduced in 2006. Ripens early-to-mid September. Self-pollinating. May be covered by USPP #19,579 or other patents. ‘MN 1211’ cultivar.
| Fruit Color | Blue |
| Fruit Size | Small - Medium |
| Pollination | Self-Pollinating |
| Ripens/Harvest | Mid-to-late September |
| Shade/Sun | Full Sun |
| Soil Composition | Loamy, Sandy |
| Soil Moisture | Well Drained - Average Moistness |
| Soil pH Level | 5.5 - 7.5 |
| Taste | Sweet |
| Texture | Juicy |
| Years to Bear | 2 - 4 |
| Zone Range | 4 - 8 |
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