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Edelweiss

Edelweiss is a Vitis labrusca hybrid (Minnesota 78 x Ontario) developed by Elmer Swenson and introduced in 1980 by the University of Minnesota. It has medium to large clusters, rather loose, attaining a pound or more in weight. The berries are medium sized, slipskin, of light green to pale gold color. They are high in sugar content, very juicy, with a flavor reminiscent of Niagara. Developed as a table grape, Edelweiss makes acceptable semi-sweet to dry wines in a Riesling style. The grapes ripen 5-6 weeks before Concord, but hang well on the vine and can be made in an ice wine style if the first freeze is not too long in coming -- the flavor becomes strong if left too long. The vine itself has good disease and fungus resistence, is hardy to -35 degrees F., and is vigorous and productive.

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