Tarragon GUDVIN

Selection Profile and Gastronomic Potential of 'Goodwin' Tarragon

The 'Goodwin' tarragon variety from SSPP 'Sortsemovoshch' is the result of targeted breeding efforts aimed at enhancing the essential oil profile of the crop. Unlike wild-growing forms, this variety demonstrates a stable biochemical composition, where the concentration of aromatic compounds responsible for the signature spicy profile plays a key role.

Technical Specifications: Taste and Aroma

• Organoleptics: The variety features a pronounced, intense aroma that persists even after prolonged thermal processing.
• Taste Profile: The taste exhibits a classic piquant bitterness of moderate intensity, making it a balanced component for various culinary blends.
• Application: Technological properties allow for effective use of the herbs both fresh (culinary arts) and as a preservative. High leaf tissue density contributes to maintaining structural integrity during pickling.

Agronomic Value and Origin

The development was led by a team of breeders, including Yuri Vasilievich Vasiliev and Anna Fedorovna Vinogradova at SSPP 'Sortsemovoshch'. The fundamental difference of this variety lies in controlled selection: a balance between vegetative mass and essential oil accumulation has been achieved. For the professional grower, this means predictable yields and stable product quality that meets the standards of spice-aromatic crops. The practical value of 'Goodwin' is manifested in its adaptability—the variety is resistant to climatic fluctuations typical of its cultivation regions, ensuring high marketability of the crop with proper agrotechnical management.