This trial evaluates the viticultural and wine quality potential of grape cultivars and clones of economic significance throughout the eastern U.S.

NE-1020 Multi-state evaluation of wine grape varieties and clones.

Robert M. Crassweller, Bryan Hed

In 2008 a wine variety trial was established at the North East facility. The project is part of the NE 1020 project. This trial will evaluate the viticultural characteristics and wine quality potential of grape cultivars and clones of economic significance throughout the eastern USA. This project is being funded by USDA Viticultural Consortium East funds.

Varieties planted at the Lake Erie Lab. Include:

  1. Cabernet Franc
  2. Chambourcin
  3. Chancellor
  4. Gruner Veltliner
  5. La Crescent
  6. Malbec
  7. Marquette (MN 1211)
  8. MN 1189
  9. MN1235
  10. Muscat Ottonel
  11. Noiret (NY 73)
  12. Norton
  13. NY 81.0315.17
  14. Pinot Grigio
  15. Pinot Noir
  16. Syrah
  17. Traminette
  18. Vidal
  19. Petit Manseng