Grapes Cardinal first appeared in California back in 1939. At the moment, it has become popular in all countries, but it is especially loved in majestic France, vibrant Italy and on the sunny shores of the Krasnodar Territory, as this grape variety is widely used to create exquisite bouquets of wines and a variety of wine drinks that can win hearts even real gourmets and connoisseurs of winemaking.
Characteristics of Cardinal grapes
Ripening speed is early.
The taste of grapes is sweet and sour.
The size of the berries is quite large.
The size of the vine is large, refers to tall species.
The color of the grapes is purple-red.
The shape of the berries is soft, rounded.
The number of seeds - in a small amount.
Resistance to frost is average.
The Cardinal grape variety ripens much earlier than the other varieties: around mid-August, you can already enjoy the taste of its fruits. Usually weighty brushes cover quite large, fleshy and juicy berries. Only one bunch of such grapes weighs about 500 grams. In this regard, in order not to harm the berries, as well as to prevent caking of the grapes themselves, during its cultivation we must not forget about special supports for the heaviest clusters.
All berries on the clusters ripen quite unevenly, but after they become bright and juicy, they will surprise their owner with an impressive size: from 2 to 3 cm, and with constant and proper care they can grow up to 4 cm. In addition, the surface of the berries is simply amazing its beauty. All of it is glossy, smooth and as if varnished.
Grapes Cardinal real brown-red, with a reddish-purple hue. The taste of its unusual berries can be described as juicy, but without any smudges, fresh, like a real morning coolness, sweetish, but not at all cloying. Their flesh is unusually elastic, but at the same time completely not hard, and there is practically no smell (although a transparent light haze of nutmeg is felt). Another feature of this variety is that there are practically no seeds in the berries, and if they are quite large and tart and occur, then they are easy to notice, so Cardinal grapes can be given to small children without any fear.
How to distinguish the shoot of grapes of this variety?
The grape shoot is dark brown in color, and the leaves themselves are very large, roundish in shape, shiny and slightly wavy. The cuts are mostly deep, but can also be of medium length, and this is not a defect, but some selection feature. The notch itself is open, beautifully bordered by a vein. Edge and end teeth have a triangular shape.
Features of the Cardinal grape variety
It is very easy to transport even over long distances due to the fact that dense berries perfectly retain their shape and contents of the fruit. All clusters are heavy and massive, so during the collection you do not need to make a lot of effort in order to fill the box completely. True, it does not tolerate cold, but it treats drought quite calmly. Quickly saves sugar with enhanced dressing. Cuttings of this variety take root in the soil very quickly and without any difficulties. The most important thing is to observe the appearance and further development of various fungal infections, since such diseases are the first and main enemy of this variety.
Grapes Cardinal, whose photos are presented in the text of our article, will simply amaze you with its extraordinary sophistication and attractiveness. This variety is the choice of a true connoisseur of true taste!