Grape Chrysolite

Chrysolite is a table hybrid grape variety of early-mid maturity, ripening in the latter half of August. The bushes are vigorous with bisexual flowers, ensuring good fruit set. The clusters are large, weighing from 500 to 600 grams, sometimes reaching 1.5 kilograms, conical in shape and medium density, without berry drop. The berries are very large, egg-shaped, yellow-green or amber-yellow in color with a red blush on the sun-exposed side, measuring approximately 36 by 26 mm and weighing from 15 to 20 grams. The flesh is firm, the skin is thin and easily eaten, the taste is harmonious with a subtle muscat aroma, sometimes with excessive sweetness upon full maturity.

The variety is characterized by high resistance to fungal diseases such as downy mildew and powdery mildew, as well as to gray rot, which significantly eases care and reduces the need for treatments. Chrysolite has good winter hardiness, withstanding temperatures down to -22 to -25 °C, allowing it to be grown in various climatic conditions. The berries are not prone to cracking during rainfall and are practically not susceptible to berry drop, preserving their market appearance and quality.

The harvest of this variety remains on the bushes for a long time without loss of taste and market qualities, which is convenient for late harvesting and marketing. Shoots ripen well; however, it is recommended to maintain a normal load on the vines to avoid excessive growth and ensure optimal fruit quality. Pruning can be done at 6-8 or 12 buds. The variety is recommended for cultivation on medium-sized rootstocks such as RR101-14 and Graviesac, which promotes good development and fruiting.