Description

1. A native American hybrid. Discovered in the James River Valley, near Richmond Virginia, in 1835. Prolific producer of small clusters of 10-15mm grapes. Highly drought tolerant, and demonstrates very good disease tolerance.  Well adapted to upland alluvial soils.  With proper vintification is capable of producing stunning table reds.

Information
Color: Black
Primary Use: Wine
USDA Winter Hardiness: Zone 7
Harvest Season: Late Season
Growth Habit: Trailing
Vigor: Moderate
Sugg. Distance Between Vines: 8 ft.

Disease Issues
Black Rot: susceptible or sensitive
Downy Mildew: susceptible or sensitive
Powdery Mildew: susceptible or sensitive
Botrytis: susceptible or sensitive