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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