Grapevine named ‘Catena Malbec Clone 15’

Abstract

A 395 distinct 396 Malbec 397 grape variety 398 from Mendoza Argentina, herewith denominated ‘ 399 Catena Malbec’ 400 Clone 15′ which shows a unique vineyard and winemaking profile from the rest of the Malbec grapevine population in Mendoza, Argentina. This Malbec 401 grape variety 402 is characterized by its medium cluster size and very low cluster weight; loose cluster form; very small berry size and weight; very low vigor; extremely low level of millendrage (shot berries); medium to low level of 403 polyphenols 404 and 405 tannins 406 ; very high level of color intensity and flavor complexity.

1. A novel and distinct variety of Malbec grapevine herein denominated ‘Catena Malbec Clone 15’ having the characteristics described and illustrated herein.