Grapvine named Kat.E.Lin

Abstract

A new and distinct asexually reproduced grapevine variety, as illustrated and described, is vigorous and highly productive, ripens early before frost, withstands temperatures below -18° C., fruits in fairly large open bunches with large shoulders, the fruit being red to dark maroon/oxblood red with a heavy bloom and having one of the highest Brix or sugar test of any labrusca grape reported in the Grape and Wine Research Summary for 1984 published by the Horticultural Research Institute of Ontario, Vineland Station, Ontario, Canada. The plant is resistant to mildew and does not require thinning. The fruit has a long shelf life and has proven to be excellent for jam, jelly and sweet, dessert wine.

We claim: 
     
       1. A new and distinct variety of grapevine, substantially as herein shown and described, characterized by excellent vigor and producitvity, early ripening, hardiness to below -18° C. temperatures, mildew resistant, long shelf life and high sugar content.