NEW VARIETY FOR '96

Marquis Grape

Developed at Cornell University's
Agricultural Experiment Station in Geneva, NY

'Marquis', patent pending
• A hybrid of 'Athens' by 'Emerald Seedless'; this cross was made by George Remaily
• Extensively tested by cooperators in the Hudson Valley, Michigan and Arkansas
• Vine: Vigorous and very productive
Moderately resistant to Botrytis  bunch rot
Excellent winter hardiness
Ripens September 15-30 in New York
• Fruit: Large (3-5 gram), seedless amber berries
Large (0.5-1.0 pound), moderately loose clusters
Excellent mild American flavor
Juicy flesh with melting texture
• Bred by grape breeders at Geneva for fruit quality and adaptability

For more information contact Bruce Reisch, bir1@cornell.edu

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