Sangiovese grape

Sangiovese grape
The main characteristics of the variety:
  • Authors: Italy
  • Appointment: technical
  • Berry color: purple
  • Taste: varietal
  • Ripening period: late
  • Name synonyms: Brunello, clone, Calabrese, Cassano, Chiantino, Liliano, Morellino, clone, Negrello, Niellucciolo, Gentile Prugnolo ), Sangiovese Piccolo and others
  • Flower type: bisexual
  • Density of the bunch: dense
  • Skin: covered with gray prune, thin
  • Appeared when crossing: Frappato Di Vittoria x Foglia Tonda or Gaglioppo x Foglia Tonda - according to various DNA tests
View all specifications

Sangiovese is the most popular Italian wine grape variety. Sangiovese can be found anywhere in Italy. From this culture, ruby-colored wines are made with spicy aromas of prunes, cherries, cherries and hints of dried herbs. A quality Sangiovese wine is appreciated for its high acidity, confident tannins and natural balance.

Breeding history

There is a constant debate about the origin of this variety. The very name Sangiovese translates as "blood of Jupiter". It is believed that this grape variety has ancient roots, and it was invented by ancient tribes - the Etruscans. The first mention of him is found in the "Treatise on the cultivation of grapes" 1590.

According to various DNA analyzes, there are several hypotheses for the origin of this variety: Frappato Di Vittoria x Folya Tonda or Galloppo x Foglia Tonda.

Moreover, geneticists have discovered the relationship of this grape with several other varieties, for example, with Calabrese Montenuovo.

The Sangiovese variety has many synonyms (clones): Brunello in Montalcino, Prugnolo Gentile in Montepulciano, Morellino in Maremma, Niellucho in Corsica.

Now there are about 14 species of Sangiovese, of which Brunello is considered the most respected.

Geography of distribution

The homeland of this grape is Italy. Most of the crop is harvested in the Tuscany region (about 75% of the total crop). In addition, Sangiovese grapes are grown in America, Australia, Chile, Mexico, New Zealand and Argentina. But it is believed that the original variety is found only in Italy.

Description

Sangiovese is prized for its excellent sour taste. Sangiovese berries have long been used in winemaking. The size of the bushes is medium. This grape grows quickly, but it is considered late to ripen. It grows well on calcified soils and is resistant to many infections.

Ripening period

It is believed that the ripening period of grapes is late. This variety has many subspecies, so ripening times may vary. Moreover, the grapes ripen unevenly. Therefore, the berries must be tasted in order to track the moment of ripening.

Bunches

There are both medium and very large clusters with clearly visible branches. The bunches are dense, their shape is cylindrical-conical or conical.

Berries

The grape has sweet berries of rich black, dark blue or bright purple color. The shade depends on the growing region. Berries are neat, round, medium small in size. The skin of the berries is thin, which causes difficulties in storing and transporting grapes.

Taste

Sweet grapes, knits a little. A refreshing sourness is felt.

Yield

With proper care, yields are achieved at an above average level.

The choice of planting material
Experienced gardeners recommend that beginners take cuttings and seedlings from those who made them from their vines and are professionally engaged in the production of such material.
You can evaluate the quality by cutting off a small amount of bark. When growing a bush from a cuttings and observing the rules of agricultural technology, survival rate is about 90%, the high quality of the plant is practically guaranteed. It is possible to control the development of grapes at all stages.
Subject to the rules of agricultural technology, survival rate is about 100%. The seedlings must be healthy.Pay attention to the absence of blisters, growths, or other signs of disease.

Growing features

The variety requires careful maintenance, depending on weather conditions. This plant needs good light, moderate humidity and warm sun. Dislikes heat and drought.

Landing

It is customary to grow this variety on the illuminated and sunny side of the hill at an altitude of 250 to 350 meters above sea level. It is best to plant this plant in calcined soil. Clay and sandy soils are not good options for growing this variety.

You can plant in early spring when the weather is warm. In good weather conditions, inflorescences begin to appear from mid-April.

Landing features
In order for the vine to give a signal harvest after 3 years, it is necessary to take into account many factors - from the type of soil on the site to the nearby plants.

Pollination

The flowers of this culture are bisexual. And such flowers have the ability to self-pollinate.

Pruning

When formed at the bush, lifeless shoots and brushes are cut off. In order to speed up the ripening period of the fruit, pinching is performed - the top of the green shoot is cut off. Then the plant directs all the forces to the formation of the vine.

Pruning is one of the main grape care procedures. Depending on the purpose of pruning and the type of plant, the appropriate type of formation is selected.
Irrigation schemes
In order for the berries to be large and juicy, it is necessary to organize full watering and feeding. All standards must be adjusted for weather conditions and the rate of evaporation of the liquid.
With a frequent irrigation scheme, it is recommended to moisturize once every two weeks (that is, twice a month during flowering and the appearance of berries) so that the earth is saturated 50 cm deep so that the plant does not switch to superficial (dew) roots. This amount can be reduced by mulching the crop with straw.
With a rare irrigation scheme, having chosen the age and ripening period of the grapes, you can use the standards presented in the table in another article.

Top dressing

Fertilizers are applied in early spring before flowering, then before the berries ripen and to prepare for the winter season. The plant needs fertilizers containing nitrogen, potassium, phosphorus and other trace elements.

Frost resistance and the need for shelter

Since the homeland of the Sangiovese variety is Italy with a mild climate and sun, this plant is classified as thermophilic. However, you can grow this variety in cooler conditions, only you need to cover it in a timely manner.

Shelter for the winter is a very important step for the preservation of many grape varieties after wintering.

Diseases and pests

Sangiovese has an average level of resistance to mildew. This variety is more resistant to powdery mildew and gray rot. To prevent infection, special prevention methods must be used. You can spray this crop from infections and other diseases with special chemicals.

To protect against insects and birds, nets or repelling devices are used.

Storage

Sangiovese is stored in oak barrels. After storage, an oak flavor appears even with a tar tinge. After aging in such a barrel, the wine acquires a pleasant aroma of wild raspberries and plums.

General characteristics
Authors
Italy
Appeared when crossing
Frappato Di Vittoria x Foglia Tonda or Gaglioppo x Foglia Tonda - according to various DNA tests
Name synonyms
Brunello, clone, Calabrese, Cassano, Chiantino, Liliano, Morellino, clone, Negrello, Nielluccio, Gentile Prugnolo , Sangiovese Piccolo and others
Appointment
technical
Yield
medium-yielding
Bunches
Bunch shape
conical
Density of the bunch
dense
Berries
Berry color
purple
Taste
varietal
Skin
covered with gray prune, thin
Berry shape
oval
Berry size
average
Growing
Flower type
bisexual
The power of growth
medium-sized
Resistance to fungal diseases
unstable
Maturation
Ripening period
late
Reviews
There are no reviews.
Popular grape varieties
Augustine grapes Augustine Aleshenkin grapes Aleshenkin Arcadia grapes (Nastya) Arcadia Baikonur grapes Baikonur Veles grapes Veles Vinograd Victor Victor Grape Delight Delight Grapes ladies fingers Lady fingers Grapes Dubovsky pink Dubovsky pink Isabella grape Isabel Cardinal grape Cardinal Kesha grapes Kesha Grape Kishmish Radiant Kishmish Radiant Codryanka grape Codryanka Grape Crystal Crystal Lily of the valley grapes Lily of the valley Libya grapes Libya Lydia grapes Lydia Laura grape Laura Grapes Moldova Moldova Monarch grape Monarch Teacher Memory Grape In Memory of the Teacher Grape Transfiguration Transformation Rochefort grape Rochefort Saperavi grape Saperavi Grape Senator Senator Grape Sensation Sensation Grapes Anniversary of Novocherkassk Anniversary of Novocherkassk Julian grape Julian Jupiter grape Jupiter
All grape varieties - 329 pcs.
Other cultures
Apricot varieties Apricot varieties Cherry plum varieties Cherry plum varieties Eggplant varieties Eggplant varieties Grape varieties Grape varieties Cherry varieties Cherry varieties Blueberry varieties Blueberry varieties Pea varieties Pea varieties Pear varieties Pear varieties Blackberry varieties Blackberry varieties Honeysuckle varieties Honeysuckle varieties Strawberry (strawberry) varieties Strawberry (strawberry) varieties Zucchini varieties Zucchini varieties Cabbage varieties Cabbage varieties Potato varieties Potato varieties Gooseberry varieties Gooseberry varieties Onion varieties Onion varieties Raspberry varieties Raspberry varieties Carrot varieties Carrot varieties Cucumber varieties Cucumber varieties Peach varieties Peach varieties Pepper varieties Pepper varieties Parsley varieties Parsley varieties Radish varieties Radish varieties Rose varieties Rose varieties Beet varieties Beet varieties Plum varieties Plum varieties Currant varieties Currant varieties Tomato varieties Tomato varieties Pumpkin varieties Pumpkin varieties Dill varieties Dill varieties Cauliflower varieties Cauliflower varieties Cherry varieties Cherry varieties Garlic varieties Garlic varieties Apple varieties Apple varieties

Kitchen

Bedroom

Furniture