Black grape varieties
The following table gives my experience of disease resistance. Pinot Noir is very susceptible to disease. If you grow this variety you must spray.
Regent is a comparatively new red hybrid. Results are awaited from the current plantings but there is some optimism that it will prove a winner.
Disease Resistance.
| Variety | Powdery Mildew | Botrytis | Dead Arm |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pinot noir | Susceptible | Susceptible | Susceptible |
| Regent | ? | ? | ? |
| Triomphe | Good | Susceptible | ? |
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