Originally from the Rhine valleys, particularly in the Moselle, the grape variety subsequently spread to other Northern and Central European countries, while in Italy it is cultivated in Trentino Alto Adige and more generally in the hills of the North-East. Used exclusively for wine making, it is suitable for the production of both still and sparkling wines.
LEAF
Medium, roundish, trilobed, narrow V-shaped peziolar sinus, narrow U-shaped lateral breasts, slightly pointed lower sinuses. Not very pronounced teeth.
CLUSTER
Small, cylindrical, winged, compact.
GRAPE
Medium - small, spheroidal, firm skin, golden yellow colour.
AVERAGE CLUSTER WEIGHT
130 grams
PHENOLOGICAL EPOCHS
Sprouting: medium Colour change: medium
Flowering: medium Maturation: medium - late
COMMENT ON THE CLONE
Constituted by the Geisenheim Institute, German clone of medium vigor, regular production. Sufficient fertility. Suitable for hilly soils, well exposed. Recommended training systems: medium expanded with medium - short prunings. Biotype sensitive to botrytis and tolerant against oidium, good resistance to winter cold but sensitive to spring frost and drought. For its age of late maturation, it must be cultivated in Northern environments in very favorable places.
