VCR (Vivai Cooperativi Rauscedo) Selections

Novavine began its partnership with Vivai Cooperativi Rauscedo (VCR)—the world's largest and most respected grapevine nursery based in Friuli, just north of Venice in Italy—back in 1997. The agreement gave Novavine exclusive North American propagation rights to Vivai Cooperativi Rauscedo's super-premium "VCR" series of French and Italian grapevine clones and selections. Today, this partnership has brought previously unavailable VCR clones into the United States, all of which are proudly offered to you exclusively through Novavine.VCR Scenic

  • Aglianico FPS 02.1, FPS 02 (VCR 7)

    AGLIANICOAglianco VCR7
     

    Cluster
    Small, short, cylindrical or conical, may be winged, moderately compact.

    Berries
    Medium-small, blue-black, med.-thick skin.

    Vigor and Growth
    Med.-high; erect habit.

    Resistance
    Fungal diseases in general, particularly powdery mildew.  Sensitive to downy mildew. Good tolerance to grape rot.  May suffer from high summer temperature and prolonged drought.

    Phenology

    Budbreak:  medium to late. 
    Flowering: med. to late. 
    Verasion:  med. to late.
    Maturation:  medium to late.

    Conditions
    Good adaptability.  Origin:  calcareous, volcanic, hilly to 900 m.

    CLONE VCR 7  (Taurasi)

    Cluster
    Small, moderately compact, winged.  Lower than average weight.

    Berries
    Medium-small, dark blue.

    Vigor and Growth
    Vigorous; lower than average productivity.

    Fertility
    Higher than average fertility, including basel.

    Resistance
    Good resistance to powdery mildew and botrytis.

    Total Acidity
    Average.

    Conditions
    Versatile in the hottest climates.

    Wine
    General:  intense ruby red; floral aroma, delicate and persistent; fruity, becoming spicy with age; good alcohol and acid, well-structured.
    Micro-vinification:  (2000) Cracked pepper and berry/plum nose; deep purple; tannic with good acid structure, full-bodied; rich berry finish.

               

     

  • Aglianico FPS 03.1, FPS 03 (VCR 2)

    AGLIANICO  AGLIANICO 2 

    Cluster
    Small, short, cylindrical or conical, may be winged, moderately compact.

    Berries
    Medium-small, blue-black, med.-thick skin.

    Vigor and Growth 
    Med.-high; erect habit.

    Resistance 
    Fungal diseases in general, particularly powdery mildew.  Sensitive to downy mildew. Good tolerance to grape rot.  May suffer from extended high summer temperature and prolonged drought.

    Phenology 

    Budbreak:  medium to late.  
    Flowering:  med. to late.  
    Verasion:  med. to late.
    Maturation:  medium to late.

    Conditions
    Good adaptability.  Origin:  calcareous, volcanic, hilly to 900 m.

    CLONE VCR 2  (Taurasi)

    Cluster 
    Medium-small, winged, semi-compact.  Lower than average weight.

    Berries
    Medium-small, blue-black.

    Vigor and Growth
    Medium vigor, good productivity. 

    Fertility
    Higher than average, including basel.

    Resistance
    Good resistance to mildew and moderate tolerance of botrytis.

    Phenology
    Ripens slightly earlier than average. 

    Total Acidity
    Higher than average.

    Conditions
    High qualiy in the hottest regions.

    Wine
    General: intense violet/red; intense floral aroma, developing complexity with age; good structure for prolonged aging.
    Micro-vinification: (2000) Cracked pepper and green peppercorn nose; tannic, but no bitterness; rich, raspberry flavors; raspberry and spice finish.

     

  • Arneis FPS 02.1, FPS 02 (VCR 2 Torino)

    ARNEIS

    ARNEIS 2

    Cluster
    Medium-small to medium, cylindrical or pyramidal, compact with one or two wings.

    Berries
    Medium-small, yellow-green and golden-gray on parts exposed to the sun.

    Vigor and Growth
    High vigor, erect growth.

    Resistance
    Sensitive to powdery mildew.  Clusters tolerant of downy mildew. Slightly sensitive to sour rot and gray mold.

    Phenology

    Budbreak:  medium-early.
    Flowering: medium. 
    Verasion:  medium. 
    Maturation: medium-early.

    Conditions
    Hilly terrain with good exposure.  Light, sandy soil. 

    VCR CLONE 2

    Cluster
    Medium-small, conical-pyramidal, semi-loose. Lower than average weight.

    Berries
    Medium-small.

    Vigor and Growth
    Moderate vigor and productivity. 

    Fertility
    High. 

    Wine
    General:  straw yellow with green highlights; aromas of the forest floor, intensely perfumed; flavorful, excellent structure.  Good resistance to oxidation.

  • Barbera FPS 07.1, FPS 07 (VCR 19)

    BARBERABARBERA 19 001

    Cluster
    Medium, pyramidal, somewhat compact, winged.

    Berries
    Medium, oval, intense blue.

    Vigor and Growth
    Vigorous, semi-erect.

    Resistance
    Sensitive to mildew and botrytis.  Moderate tolerance of downy mildew.  In poor years subject to shatter.  Subject to sour rot during rainy autumns on fertile land.  Vulnerable to caterpillars and spider mites. 

    Phenology

    Budbreak:  medium-early. 
    Flowering: medium.  
    Verasion:  medium. 
    Maturation: medium.

    Conditions
    Adaptable to dry, windy climates.  Sensitive to freezing.  In light, sandy soils, sensitive to boron and potassium deficiency.

    CLONE VCR 19 

    Cluster
    Small, lower than average weight.

    Berries
    Medium.

    Vigor and Growth
    Medium vigor and constant productivity. 

    Fertility
    Moderately higher than average. 

    Total Acidity
    Higher than average.

    Wine
    General:ruby red; spicy flavors; good body and structure; adaptable for long aging. 

  • Barbera FPS 08.1, FPS 08 (VCR 15)

    BARBERABARBERA 15 001

    Cluster
    Medium, pyramidal, somewhat compact, winged.

    Berries
    Medium, oval, intense blue.

    Vigor and Growth
    Vigorous, semi-erect.

    Resistance
    Sensitive to mildew and botrytis.  Moderate tolerance of downy mildew.  In poor years subject to shatter.  Subject to sour rot during rainy autumns on fertile land.  Vulnerable to caterpillars and spider mites. 

    Phenology

    Budbreak:  medium-early.  
    Flowering: medium.  
    Verasion:  medium.  
    Maturation: medium.

    Conditions
    Adaptable to dry, windy climates.  Sensitive to freezing.  In light, sandy soils, sensitive to boron and potassium deficiency.

    CLONE VCR 15 

    Cluster
    Medium-small, lower than average weight.

    Berries
    Medium.

    Vigor and Growth
    Medium vigor; good, consistent production.

    Fertility
    Good.

    Total Acidity 
    Average for the variety.

    Wine
    General:  deep ruby red; delicate, fruity aroma; fruity taste, good structure, suitable for long aging.

  • Cabernet Franc FPS 09.1, FPS 09 (VCR 10)

    CABERNET FRANCCABERNET FRANC 10 001  

    Cluster
    Medium, cylindrical-conical, moderately compact.

    Berries
    Medium-small, bluish-black, thick-skinned.

    Vigor and Growth
    Vigorous, semi-erect habit.  

    Resistance
    Sensitive to downy and powdery mildew, sour rot; very sensitive to botrytis.  Sensitive to dessication of rachis and potassium deficiency.  Moderate tolerance of winter cold. 

    Phenology

    Budbreak:  medium.  
    Flowering:  medium.  
    Verasion:  medium.  
    Maturation:  medium.

    Conditions
    Hilly, deep soils.  Grown throughout Italy.

    CLONE VCR 10  

    Cluster
    Medium, conical-cylindrical, semi-compact, with one short wing. 

    Berries
    Medium, moderately thick skin.

    Vigor and Growth
    Medium vigor; productivity slightly higher than average. 

    Fertility
    Medium to above average. 

    Phenology
    Earlier budbreak than average.

    Total Acidity
    Medium. 

    Wine
    General: deep ruby-red; aromas of woodlandfruits, slightly herbaceous; soft, good structure.

     

  • Carménère FPS 02.1, FPS 02 (VCR 702)

    CARMENERECARMENERE 702

    Cluster
    Medium, cylindrical-conical, loose, winged.

    Berries
    Small, dark black, thick-skinned, herbaceous flavor.

    Vigor and Growth
    Vigorous, erect habit.

    Resistance
    Moderate sensitivity to downy mildew. Sensitive to powdery mildew and esca, but somewhat tolerant of botrytis.  Very sensitive to potassium deficiency and  slightly sensitive to drought; moderate tolerance to winter cold. 

    Phenology

    Budbreak:  medium. 
    Flowering:  medium.
    Verasion:  medium. 
    Maturation:  medium-early.

    Conditions
    Sandy loam.  Prune long to utilize high vigor.

    CLONE VCR 702

    Cluster
    Medium-small, lower than average weight. 

    Berries
    Medium. 

    Vigor and Growth
    Good, constant productivity. 

    Fertility
    Medium.

    Total Acidity
    Medium. 

    Wine
    General:  ruby red; pyrazine/herbaceous aroma, but not overwhelming; well-balanced, good structure, moderately tannic.  Good for moderate aging.
    Microvinification:  moderately herbaceous, berry nose;  soft, velvety;  well-balanced, mouth-filling.  Reminiscent of good Merlot.

     

     

  • Chardonnay FPS 103.1, FPS 103 (VCR 10)

    CHARDONNAY CHARDONNAY 10 001

    Cluster
    Medium, pyramidal, compact, with minor wing.

    Berries
    Medium, golden-yellow, with tender skins.

    Vigor and Growth
    High vigor, erect growth.

    Resistance
    Sensitive to spring frost and flavescence dore. Moderately sensitive to powdery mildew and botrytis.  Good tolerance to downy mildew. The thin skins and compact clusters favor rot during maturation. Often hit with mosaic virus.

    Phenology

    Budbreak:  early. 
    Flowering:  early. 
    Verasion: early.
    Maturation: early to medium.

    Conditions
    Good adaptability.  Prefers hilly, clayey-carcareous soil, and cool, well ventilated climate. 

    CLONE VCR 10 

    Cluster
    Small, cylindrical, semi-compact, winged. 

    Berries
    Medium, yellow with green hints. 

    Vigor and Growth
    Good vigor, medium productivity.

    Fertility 
    High basal and total.

    Resistance
    Good tolerance of principal fungi.

    Phenology
    Later than average budbreak.

    Total Acidity
    High.

    Wine
    General: straw-yellow with green hints; delicately aromatic; lean with good acidity. Microvinification: nose of honey, strawberry preserves; relatively low acid; flavors are Burgundian, slightly mealy with honey and toasted grain; honey, grapefruit finish.

  • Chardonnay FPS 105.1 (VCR 4)

    CHARDONNAYCHARDONNAY 4 001

    Cluster
    Medium, pyramidal, compact, with minor wing.

    Berries
    Medium, golden-yellow, with tender skins.

    Vigor and Growth
    High vigor, erect growth.

    Resistance
    Sensitive to spring frost and flavescence dore. Moderately sensitive to powdery mildew and botrytis.  Good tolerance to downy mildew. The thin skins and compact clusters favor rot during maturation. Often hit with mosaic virus.

    Phenology

    Budbreak:  early.  
    Flowering:  early.  
    Verasion: early. 
    Maturation: early to medium.

    Conditions
    Good adaptability.  Prefers hilly, clayey-carcareous soil, and cool, well ventilated climate.

    CLONE VCR 4 (Musque) 

    Cluster
    Medium-small, cylindrical, semi-compact to semi-loose, winged.  Low weight.

    Berries
    Medium. 

    Vigor and Growth
    High vigor, lower than average productivity. 

    Resistance
    Good resistance to principal fungi.

    Wine
    General: straw yellow; delicate perfume and taste of muscat. Microvinification: nose of sweet woodruff, honey, citrus flower; lean and crisp; touch of green herbs; honey, grapefruit finish.

  • Chardonnay FPS 86 (Via VCR, SMA clone 108)

    CHARDONNAYCHARDONNAY 108

    Cluster
    Medium, pyramidal, compact, with minor wing.

    Berries
    Medium, golden-yellow, with tender skins.

    Vigor and Growth
    High vigor, erect growth.

    Resistance
    Sensitive to spring frost and flavescence dore. Moderately sensitive to powdery mildew and botrytis.  Good tolerance to downy mildew. The thin skins and compact clusters favor rot during maturation. Often hit with mosaic virus.

    Phenology

    Budbreak:  early.  
    Flowering:  early.  
    Verasion: early. 
    Maturation: early to medium.

    Conditions
    Good adaptability.  Prefers hilly, clayey-carcareous soil, and cool, well ventilated climate.

    CLONE SMA 108

    Cluster
    Smaller than average, moderately compact to slightly spread out, cylindrical, with one wing. 

    Berries
    Medium, with more resistant skin.

    Vigor and Growth
    Vigorous with productivity slightly lower than average. 

    Fertility
    High.

    Resistance
    Some tolerance to botrytis.

    Phenology
    Slightly earlier than average budbreak and ripening.

    Wine
    General: straw-yellow; refined, elegant aroma; fruity, selected for high-value still wines.

  • Fiano FPS 03.1, FPS 03 (VCR 3, Campania region)

    FIANOFIANO 3

    Cluster
    Small or medium, pyramidal, moderately tight, with a wing. 

    Berries
    Medium, golden yellow becoming amber on side facing the sun.

    Vigor and Growth
    Vigorous, semi-erect habit. 

    Resistance
    Sensitive to downy mildew; very sensitive to powdery mildew, especially during flowering.

    Phenology
    Budbreak:  medium. 
    Flowering:  medium.
    Verasion:  medium.
    Maturation:  medium.

    Conditions
    Originally from loose, deep, volcanic terrain in southern Italy.  Adaptable to different conditions.

    CLONE VCR 3

    Cluster
    Medium-small, semi-compact. Lower than average weight.

    Berries
    Medium, amber yellow.

    Vigor and Growth
    Vigorous, moderate bud break.

    Fertility
    Higher than average.

    Phenology
    Slightly earlier ripening than average. 

    Conditions
    Adapted to warm, dry with poor soil. 

    Total Acidity
    Higher than average.

    Wine
    General: light straw yellow; fresh, bright aromas reminiscent of toasted hazelnuts; good acid structure; may be aged in the bottle. Microvinification: honey/mead nose; full-bodied; orange, honey, cinnamon flavors; spice, cream, citrus finish; slight astringency with good acid.

  • Greco di Tufo FPS 01.1 (VCR 11)

    Greco di Tufo 

  • Merlot FPS 23.1, FPS 23 (VCR 1)

    MERLOT MERLOT 1 001

    Cluster

    Medium, pyramidal, winged, somewhat loose. Woody peduncle up to the first bifurcation.

    Berries
    Medium, round, blue-black, medium thick skins. 

    Vigor and Growth
    Medium-high vigor, semi-erect growth.

    Resistance
    Sensitive to downy mildew, especially on the cluster.  Sensitive to sour rot; moderately sensitive to botrytis, and slightly to powdery mildew.  Sensitive to spring frost, and in cold, humid regions is subject to shatter and hens and chicks.

    Phenology

    Budbreak:  medium.  
    Flowering:  early.
    Verasion:  medium
    Maturation:  medium-late.

    Conditions
    Well-aerated but not too exposed.  Hilly, cool, with sufficient humidity during summer to avoid drought stress.

    VCR CLONE 1

    Cluster
    Smaller than average, pyramidal, semi-compact, winged.  Lower than average weight. 

    Berries 
    Medium. 

    Vigor and Growth 
    Medium vigor.

    Fertility
    High. 

    Wine
    General: intense ruby red; fruity aroma with practically no herbaceous character; good structure and tannin lending the wine to aging. Microvinification:  blueberry, cedar, spice nose with a hint of butterscotch and bell pepper; good body, moderate tannin; blueberry, cherry finish.

  • Merlot FPS 24.1, FPS 24 (VCR 101)

    MERLOT MERLOT 101 001

    Cluster

    Medium, pyramidal, winged, somewhat loose. Woody peduncle up to the first bifurcation.

    Berries
    Medium, round, blue-black, medium thick skins. 

    Vigor and Growth
    Medium-high vigor, semi-erect growth.

    Resistance
    Sensitive to downy mildew, especially on the cluster.  Sensitive to sour rot; moderately sensitive to botrytis, and slightly to powdery mildew.  Sensitive to spring frost, and in cold, humid regions is subject to shatter and hens and chicks.

    Phenology

    Budbreak:  medium.  
    Flowering:  early.
    Verasion:  medium
    Maturation:  medium-late.

    Conditions
    Well-aerated but not too exposed.  Hilly, cool, with sufficient humidity during summer to avoid drought stress.

    VCR CLONE 101

    Cluster
    Small, open.  Lower than average weight.

    Berries
    Small.

    Vigor and Growth
    Average productivity. 

    Fertility
    Medium to high. 

    Wine
    General: deep ruby red;  delicate aroma of violets; full, velvety, fruity with a slight spiciness. Intense wines for long aging. Microvinification: flowery nose with hints of cherries and bell pepper; medium body, light tannin, good acid; slight chocolaty finish.

  • Montepulciano FPS 02.1, FPS 02 (VCR 10)

    MONTEPULCIANOMontepulciano VCR100

    Cluster
    Medium, conical or cylindrical-conical, one or two wings, compact or semi-compact.

    Berries
    Medium, black/violet, thick skin.

    Vigor and Growth
    Productive, medium vigor, semi-erect habit.

    Resistance
    Slight sensitivity to powdery mildew, less to downy mildew and gray mold.  Subject to hens and chicks.  Good resistance to spring frost. 

    Phenology
    Budbreak:  medium-late. 
    Flowering:  med.-late. 
    Verasion:  medium. 
    Maturation:  late. 

    Conditions
    Warm and dry. Soil medium textured, deep with good exposure.

    CLONE VCR 10

    Cluster
    Medium.

    Berries
    Medium big.

    Vigor and Growth
    Medium vigor and medium-high productivity. 

    Fertility
    Higher than average. 

    Phenology
    Slightly advanced maturation. 

    Total Acidity
    Higher than average. 

    Wine
    General:  ruby red; fruity aroma; velvety with medium structure. Micro-vinification:  (2000) Green peppercorns, cracked pepper, blueberries in the nose; medium body and tannin; sweet strawberry finish; moderate acidity.

  • Moscato Giallo FPS 01.1, FPS 01 (VCR 05)

    MOSCATO GIALLOMoscato Giallo

    Cluster
    Medium to large, pyramidal, elongated, loose, with 1 or 2 wings.

    Berries
    Medium, thick-skinned, yellow.

    Vigor and Growth
    High vigor, erect habit.

    Resistance 
    Good tolerance of winter cold. Very sensitive to phomopsis and iron deficiency, a little less to powdery mildew.  Moderately sensitive to downy mildew and good tolerance to botrytis. Slight susceptibility to hens and chickens, plus excessive vigor during wet springs. 

    Phenology

    Budbreak:  medium. 
    Flowering:  medium.
    Verasion:  medium.
    Maturation:  early to medium early.

    Conditions
    Hilly, calcareous (in Italy).

    VCR CLONE 5

    Clusters
    Larger than average, semi-compact, one wing.

    Berries
    Medium-large, golden yellow. 

    Vigor and Growth
    Good vigor and productivity.

    Resistance
    Botrytis. 

    Fertility
    Lower than average.

    Total Acidity
    Medium.

    Wine
    General: yellow with gold highlights; intense and persistent perfume; well-structured and lends itself to blending with Moscato Bianco. Micro-vinification:  Intense Muscat aromas with overtones of orange blossoms and orange peel.

  • Muscat Blanc FPS 05.1, FPS 05 (VCR 3)

    MOSCATO BIANCO
    Moscato Bianco

    Cluster
    Medium, cylindrical-pyramidal, from compact to semi-loose, with one wing.

    Berries
    Medium and slightly larger, yellow-green becoming golden when exposed to sun.

    Vigor and Growth
    Vigorous, erect habit.

    Resistance
    Susceptible to esca, phomopsis and downy mildew; very susceptible to powdery mildew, botrytis and sour rot.  Moderately cold tolerant. Tolerates drought. Subject to attack by wasps at maturity.

    Phenology

    Budbreak:  early.
    Flowering:  medium.
    Verasion:  medium. 
    Maturation:  medium-early.

    Conditions
    Dry, airy climate.  Avoid excessively deep, rich, humid soils.  Grown throughout Italy.

    VCR CLONE 3

    Cluster
    Medium-small, cylindrical-pyramidal, semi-compact, with one wing.  Lower than average weight.

    Berries
    Medium, yellow.

    Vigor and Growth
    Medium vigor, high productivity.

    Fertility
    Medium to higher than average.

    Phenology
    Slightly earlier budbreak and maturation 

    Resistance
    Resistant to botrytis.

    Total Acidity
    Medium.

    Wine
    General:  light straw-yellow; intense, delicate muscat aroma which persists; good structure for both sparkling and high quality still wines. Microvinification:  lemon, muscat nose; good balance, medium body; lemon, grapefruit flavors; perfumed citrus flower finish.

  • Nebbiolo FPS 11.1 (VCR 430)

    Nebbiolo FPS 11.1 (VCR 430)

  • Pinot Gris FPS 08.1, FPS 08 (VCR 5)

    PINOT GRIGIO (P. GRIS)Pinot Grigio VCR 5

    Cluster
    Small, cylindrical, somewhat tight. 

    Berries
    Medium-small, gray-violet, medium thick skin. 

    Vigor and Growth
    Reduced vigor, good production, erect habit. 

    Resistance
    Very sensitive to botrytis, sour rot and phomopsis; sensitive to downy and powdery mildew.  Tolerant of esca.  Somewhat sensitive to iron chlorosis.  Sensitive to spring frost, but adaptable to wind and drought.

    Phenology

    Budbreak:  medium-early. 
    Flowering: medium. 
    Verasion:  medium. 
    Maturation: medium-early.

    Conditions
    Prefers hilly, loamy site.

    CLONE VCR 5 

    Cluster
    Small, cylindrical, semi-compact, often with one short wing.  Lower than average weight.

    Berries
    Medium.

    Vigor and Growth
    Medium vigor and lower than average productivity.

    Fertility
    Medium to higher than average.

    Resistance 
    Low sensitivity to botrytis and chlorosis. 

    Total Acidity
    Average for the variety. 

    Wine
    General:  straw yellow, may tend toward rose; refined, perfumed aroma; good body and structure with slight bitter finish. Micro-vinification:  (2000) honey/mead nose with touch of orange; good acid, light to medium body; citrus, honey finish.

  • Pinot Gris FPS 10 (Via VCR, SMA clone 505)

    PINOT GRIGIO (P. GRIS)Pinot Grigio SMA 505

    Cluster
    Small, cylindrical, somewhat tight.

    Berries
    Medium-small, gray-violet, medium thick skin.

    Vigor and Growth
    Reduced vigor, good production, erect habit. 

    Resistance
    Very sensitive to botrytis, sour rot and phomopsis; sensitive to downy and powdery mildew.  Tolerant of esca.  Somewhat sensitive to iron chlorosis.  Sensitive to spring frost, but adaptable to wind and drought.

    Phenology

    Budbreak:  medium-early. 
    Flowering: medium. 
    Verasion:  medium. 
    Maturation: medium-early.

    Conditions
    Prefers hilly, loamy site.

    CLONE SMA 505

    Cluster
    Smaller than average, cylindrical-pyramidal, compact.  Average and lower weight.

    Berries
    Medium.

    Vigor and Growth
    Vigorous and productive. 

    Fertility
    Higher than average. 

    Resistance
    Somewhat resistant to mildew and botrytis. 

    Total Acidity
    Higher than average for the variety. 

    Wine
    General:  lightly perfumed; good alcohol and higher than average acidity;  very slight, pleasant bitterness.

  • Pinot Noir FPS 103.1, FPS 103 (Via VCR, SMA clone 201)

    PINOT NERO (P. NOIR) Pinot Noir SMA 201

    Cluster
    Small, cylindrical, compact, often winged.

    Berries
    Medium, blue-black.

    Vigor and Growth
    Subdued vigor; drooping, sometimes erect habit.

    Resistance
    High sensitivity to botrytis, sour rot and phomopsis; sensitive to powdery mildew; moderately sensitive to downy mildew. Tolerant of esca.  Susceptible to iron chlorosis. Good adaptability to spring frosts, wind and drought.

    Phenology

    Budbreak:  medium-early. 
    Flowering: medium. 
    Verasion:  slightly early. 
    Maturation: medium-early. 

    Conditions
    Hilly, sandy, medium to light fertility, cool.

    CLONE SMA 201  

    Cluster
    Medium-small, pyramidal, semi-compact, often with a short wing.

    Berries
    Medium-small with skin rich in color. 

    Vigor and Growth
    Vigorous, good productivity. 

    Fertility
    Medium to lower than average. 

    Resistance
    Low than average sensitivity to botrytis.

    Total Acidity
    Higher than average. 

    Wine
    General:  intense ruby red, higher than normal anthocyanin content; fragrant, fruity, full-bodied; in blend it adds perfume and structure.

  • Pinot Noir FPS 68.1, FPS 68 (VCR 18)

    PINOT NERO (P. NOIR) Pinot Noir VCR 18

    Cluster
    Small, cylindrical, compact, often winged.

    Berries
    Medium, blue-black.

    Vigor and Growth
    Subdued vigor; drooping, sometimes erect habit.

    Resistance
    High sensitivity to botrytis, sour rot and phomopsis; sensitive to powdery mildew; moderately sensitive to downy mildew. Tolerant of esca.  Susceptible to iron chlorosis. Good adaptability to spring frosts, wind and drought.

    Phenology

    Budbreak:  medium-early.  
    Flowering: medium.  
    Verasion:  slightly early.  
    Maturation: medium-early. 

    Conditions
    Hilly, sandy, medium to light fertility, cool.

    CLONE VCR 18

    Cluster
    Small, cylindrical-pyramidal, semi-compact, with a short wing.  Lower than average weight.

    Berries
    Small, dark blue.

    Vigor and Growth
    Medium vigor and productivity. 

    Fertility
    High total and basal fertility. 

    Resistance
    Minor sensitivity to botrytis and chlorosis. 

    Phenology
    Ripens slightly earlier than average. 

    Total Acidity
    Higher than average. 

    Wine
    General:  higher than average color intensity, ruby red; persistent, delicate perfume of wild berries; adapted for still wine with aging potential.  Micro-vinification:  nose of candied cherrieswith hints of cedar, spice and green herbs; good  acid and higher than average tannins; mouth-filling, with perception of sweet fruit and chocolate on the finish.

     

  • Pinot Noir FPS 92.1, FPS 92 (VCR 20)

    PINOT NERO (P. NOIR) Pinot Noir VCR 20

    Cluster
    Small, cylindrical, compact, often winged.

    Berries
    Medium, blue-black.

    Vigor and Growth
    Subdued vigor; drooping, sometimes erect habit.

    Resistance
    High sensitivity to botrytis, sour rot and phomopsis; sensitive to powdery mildew; moderately sensitive to downy mildew. Tolerant of esca.  Susceptible to iron chlorosis. Good adaptability to spring frosts, wind and drought.

    Phenology

    Budbreak:  medium-early.  
    Flowering: medium.  
    Verasion:  slightly early.  
    Maturation: medium-early. 

    Conditions
    Hilly, sandy, medium to light fertility, cool.

    CLONE VCR 20 

    Cluster
    Medium-small, pyramidal, semi-compact, often with a short wing.  Lower than average weight.

    Berries
    Small. 

    Vigor and Growth
    Medium vigor and productivity.

    Fertility
    Higher than average. 

    Resistance
    Minor sensitivity to botrytis.

    Total Acidity
    Average for the variety. 

    Wine
    General:  deeper than average ruby red; complex nose of woodland fruit; excellent balance and structure for aging. Micro-vinification:  intense cherry nose, with mint and spice;  medium body, tannic;  slight bitter finish with lingering cherry and dark chocolate.

  • Refosco FPS 03.1, FPS 03 (VCR 5)

    REFOSCO NOSTRANORefosco VCR 5

    Cluster
    Large, elongated, pyramidal, semi-compact, sometimes winged. 

    Berries
    Medium or large, thick-skinned, black.

    Vigor and Growth
    High vigor.

    Resistance
    Good general tolerance to major fungal maladies. 

    Phenology

    Budbreak:  medium. 
    Flowering:  medium.
    Verasion:  medium-late. 
    Maturation:  late.

    Conditions
    Originally from NE Italy.

    CLONE VCR 5

    Cluster
    Medium-small, truncated-pyramidal or conical, semi-compact, with one short wing.  Lower than average weight.

    Berries
    Medium-small, black-violet.

    Vigor and Growth
    Good vigor, but lower than average for the variety.  Medium productivity.

    Fertility
    Higher than average total and basal fertility.

    Resistance
    Resistant to botrytis and mildew. 

    Total Acidity
    Lower than average.

    Wine
    General:  deep ruby red; aroma and flavors of spice and cherries; good structure and polyphenols for aging 1-2 years.  In blends, adds structure, color and spicy aromas. Micro-vinification:  (2000) touch of pyrazine, sandalwood, spice; smooth, good acid, light to medium body; light tannin, Beaujolais weight; finish of spice and green pepper.

  • Riesling Renano FPS 01.1 (VCR 3)

    RIESLING RENANORIESLING B VCR3

    Cluster
    Small, somewhat squat, cylindrical-pyramidal,
    compact with one wing. 

    Berries
    Small. Moderately thick skin, golden yellow, sometimes amber with bown dots.

    Vigor and Growth
    Good vigor; upright growth.

    Resistance
    Moderately sensitive to downy mildew, botrytis and sour rot.  Good tolerance to powdery mildew.  Resists winter cold, but is sensitive to spring frost and drought. 

    Phenology

    Budbreak:  medium late. 
    Flowering:  medium.  
    Verasion:  medium. 
    Maturation:  medium-early.

    Conditions
    Medium fertility soil, calcareous, cool, not too clayey.  Best in the hills.

    CLONE VCR 3

    Cluster
    Medium-small, semi-compact, cylindrical, with one short wing.  Without hens and chickens. Lower than average to average weight.

    Berries
    Medium. 

    Vigor and Growth
    Good vigor, higher than average productivity.  

    Fertility
    Medium to high fertility. 

    Resistance
    Botrytis. 

    Wine
    General:  straw-yellow with green highlights; delicately aromatic, intense perfume; good acidity; refined.

  • Sangiovese FPS 07.1, FPS 07 (VCR 6)

    SANGIOVESESANGIOVESE VCR6 

    Cluster
    S. Grosso:  medium to medium-large.
    S. Piccolo:  medium-small. Cylindrical-pyramidal with one or two wings, somewhat compact. 

    Berries
    Medium, black-violet.

    Vigor and Growth
    Vigorous, erect habit.

    Resistance
    Moderately sensitive to downy mildew; more sensitive to powdery mildew and rot.  Subject to esca.  Very sensitive to spider mites, less to caterpillars. 

    Phenology

    Budbreak:  medium-early.  
    Flowering:medium. 
    Verasion:  medium. 
    Maturation:medium-late.

    Conditions
    Sensitive to spring frost, but tolerant of drought and wind.  Prefers hills, or areas with low to medium fertility. 

    CLONE VCR 6 

    Cluster
    Medium-small, pyramidal, moderately compact, winged.  Lower than average weight. 

    Berries
    Medium-small, dark blue. 

    Vigor and Growth
    Good vigor, medium productivity. 

    Fertility
    Medium total and basal fertility.

    Resistance
    Good botrytis resistance.

    Total Acidity
    Average for Sangiovese.

    Wine
    General:  intense ruby red, perfumed and spicy, with plum and cherry scents; fruity/spicy flavors; robust, adapted for long aging. Micro-vinification:  (1998) moderate green peppercorn nose; full-bodied, good acid, moderately high tannins; flavors of plums, cherries, spice; slight bitter finish.  (2000) Touch of barnyard turning to strong raspberry nose and flavors; full body, good structure;berry, spice finish.

  • Sangiovese FPS 08.1, FPS 08 (VCR 19­–Romagnolo)

    SANGIOVESESANGIOVESE VCR19 

    Cluster
    S. Grosso:  medium to medium-large.
    S. Piccolo:  medium-small. Cylindrical-pyramidal with one or two wings, somewhat compact. 

    Berries
    Medium, black-violet.

    Vigor and Growth
    Vigorous, erect habit.

    Resistance
    Moderately sensitive to downy mildew; more sensitive to powdery mildew and rot.  Subject to esca.  Very sensitive to spider mites, less to caterpillars. 

    Phenology

    Budbreak:  medium-early.  
    Flowering:medium.  
    Verasion:  medium.  
    Maturation:medium-late.

    Conditions
    Sensitive to spring frost, but tolerant of drought and wind.  Prefers hills, or areas with low to medium fertility. 

    CLONE VCR 19 (Romagnolo)

    Cluster
    Medium-small, cylindrical-pyramidal, semi-compact with one wing.  Lower than average weight. 

    Berries
    Medium-small, thick-skinned.

    Vigor and Growth
    Vigorous, medium productivity.

    Fertility
    Higher than average.

    Resistance
    Resistant to botrytis.

    Total Acidity
    Average for Sangiovese.

    Phenology
    Slightly later maturation. 

    Wine
    General:  intense ruby red; floral/spicy aroma and flavors; good structure, adapted for moderate aging or blending. Micro-vinification:  (2000) nose of blackberries and blueberries; smooth, lower than average acidity; light to medium tannin; perfumed berry fruit. 

  • Sangiovese FPS 09.1, FPS 09 (VCR 30–Lamole)

    SANGIOVESESANGIOVESE VCR30 

    Cluster
    S. Grosso:  medium to medium-large.
    S. Piccolo:  medium-small. Cylindrical-pyramidal with one or two wings, somewhat compact. 

    Berries
    Medium, black-violet.

    Vigor and Growth
    Vigorous, erect habit.

    Resistance
    Moderately sensitive to downy mildew; more sensitive to powdery mildew and rot.  Subject to esca.  Very sensitive to spider mites, less to caterpillars. 

    Phenology

    Budbreak:  medium-early.  
    Flowering:medium.  
    Verasion:  medium.  
    Maturation:medium-late.

    Conditions
    Sensitive to spring frost, but tolerant of drought and wind.  Prefers hills, or areas with low to medium fertility. 

    CLONE VCR 30 (Lamole)

    Cluster
    Medium and smaller cylindrical clusters, semi-compact with short wings.  Lower than average weight.

    Berries
    Smaller than average, dark blue. 

    Vigor and Growth
    Medium vigor and production. 

    Fertility
    Higher than average. 

    Resistance
    Resistant to botrytis. 

    Total Acidity
    Higher than average.

    Wine
    General:  intense ruby red; fruity, floral nose; flavor of forest fruit and spice; good structure. Adapted for Chianti blends, acquiring finesse with aging. Micro-vinification:  (2000)  strong nutty nose with a hint of strawberry; medium body with good structure;  moderately high tannin; nutty, strawberry finish with a hint of candied fruit.

  • Sangiovese FPS 10.1, FPS 10 (VCR 23–Romagnolo)

    SANGIOVESESANGIOVESE VCR23 

    Cluster
    S. Grosso:  medium to medium-large.
    S. Piccolo:  medium-small. Cylindrical-pyramidal with one or two wings, somewhat compact. 

    Berries
    Medium, black-violet.

    Vigor and Growth
    Vigorous, erect habit.

    Resistance
    Moderately sensitive to downy mildew; more sensitive to powdery mildew and rot.  Subject to esca.  Very sensitive to spider mites, less to caterpillars. 

    Phenology

    Budbreak:  medium-early.  
    Flowering:medium.  
    Verasion:  medium.  
    Maturation:medium-late.

    Conditions
    Sensitive to spring frost, but tolerant of drought and wind.  Prefers hills, or areas with low to medium fertility. 

    CLONE VCR 23 (Romagnolo)

    Cluster
    Very small, cylindrical, semi-compact, winged.  Lower than average weight.

    Berries
    Smaller than average, blue-black.

    Vigor and Growth
    Good vigor, medium productivity.

    Fertility
    Medium.

    Resistance
    Good botrytis resistance.

    Phenology
    Slightly earlier ripening than average.

    Total Acidity
    Average for Sangiovese. 

    Wine
    General:  deep ruby red; spicy aroma of cinnamon, black pepper, licorice; spicy taste; good body, structure and polyphenols; adapted for long aging and/or blending. Micro-vinification:  (1998) spicy, raspberry nose; good structure, full-bodied; moderate tannins.  (2000) Subtle cherry nose; full body, good structure, tannic; spice, nuts, berry finish.

  • Sangiovese FPS 13.1, FPS 13 (VCR 102–Prugnolo)

    SANGIOVESESANGIOVESE VCR102 

    Cluster
    S. Grosso:  medium to medium-large.
    S. Piccolo:  medium-small. Cylindrical-pyramidal with one or two wings, somewhat compact. 

    Berries
    Medium, black-violet.

    Vigor and Growth
    Vigorous, erect habit.

    Resistance
    Moderately sensitive to downy mildew; more sensitive to powdery mildew and rot.  Subject to esca.  Very sensitive to spider mites, less to caterpillars. 

    Phenology

    Budbreak:  medium-early.  
    Flowering:medium.  
    Verasion:  medium.  
    Maturation:medium-late.

    Conditions
    Sensitive to spring frost, but tolerant of drought and wind.  Prefers hills, or areas with low to medium fertility. 

    CLONE VCR 102 (Prugnolo) 

    Cluster
    Medium-small, cylindrical-pyramidal, semi-compact.  Lower than average weight.

    Berries
    Medium-small, blue-black.

    Vigor and Growth
    Lower than normal vigor and production.

    Fertility
    Medium total and higher than average basal fertility.

    Resistance
    Good botrytis resistance.

    Total Acidity
    Average for Sangiovese.

    Wine 
    General:  intense ruby red; spicy nose; fruity; good structure, full-bodied; slight bitter finish. Adapted for medium to long aging, or for blending with wines destined for aging. Micro-vinification:  (1998) subtle violets followed by plums; medium body; spicy, tarry, mouth-filling; lingering spicy, dried fruit finish.

  • Sangiovese FPS 18.1, FPS 18 (VCR 221)

    Sangiovese  FPS 18.1, FPS 18 (VCR 221)

  • Sauvignon Blanc VCR 389.1 (VCR 389)

    Sauvignon Blanc  VCR 389.1 (VCR 389)

  • Teroldego FPS 02.1, FPS 02 (Via VCR, SMA clone 133)

    TEROLDEGO Teroldego SMA133

    Cluster
    Medium to large, elongated pyramidal, semi-compact, sometimes two small wings.

    Berries
    Medium, blue-black, thick-skinned. 

    Vigor and Growth
    Vigorous, semi-erect habit.  Consistent, high production.

    Resistance
    Slightly sensitive to downy and powdery mildew. The grapes are sensitive to rot in very humid years.  Subject to dessication of rachis.

    Phenology

    Budbreak:  medium. 
    Flowering:  medium.
    Verasion:  medium. 
    Maturation:  medium-late.

    Conditions
    Light, well-drained soil.  Lends itself to long pruning due to distal bud fertility.

    CLONE SMA 133

    Cluster
    Medium, pyramidal, semi-compact, with two small wings.  Average to lower weight.

    Berries
    Medium.

    Vigor and Growth
    High vigor and productivity.

    Fertility
    Medium and higher. 

    Resistance
    Not very susceptible to botrytis.

    Total Acidity
    Medium to higher than average.

    Wine
    General: intense ruby red; delicate aroma of violets and raspberries; fruity, full and velvety; adapted for aging.

  • Tocai Fruilano FPS 01.1, FPS 01 (VCR 06)

    Tocai Fruilano  FPS 01.1, FPS 01 (VCR 06)

  • Trebbiano Toscano FPS 03.1 (VCR 8)

    TREBBIANO TOSCANOTrebbiano Tosc VCR8

    Cluster
    Medium-large, cylindrical-conical, one-two wings, semi-compact or semi-loose.

    Berries
    Medium, yellow-green or rose-yellow.

    Vigor and Growth
    Vigorous, semi-erect or drooping habit.

    Resistance
    Tolerates spring frost but sensitive to wind. Sensitive to downy mildew and rot; very sensitive to powdery mildew.  High sensitivity to spider mites, less to caterpillars.

    Phenology

    Budbreak:  late.  
    Flowering:  medium.
    Verasion:  medium. 
    Maturation:  late.

    Conditions
    Grown throughout most of Italy.  Very adaptable, but prefers medium fertility with limited dryness and little wind.

    CLONE VCR 8   

    Cluster
    Smaller than average, pyramidal, semi-compact with two wings.  Lower than average weight.

    Berries
    Medium, yellow.

    Vigor and Growth
    Vigorous, lower than normal productivity. 

    Fertility
    Higher than average. 

    Resistance
    Resists chlorosis, botrytis, and powdery mildew.  Some drought resistance.

    Phenology
    Slightly earlier budbreak and maturation.

    Wine
    General:  straw-yellow; persistent fruity flavor; good structure and acidity; without the usual rough, bitter finish that usually characterizes Trebbiano.

  • Vermentino FPS 04.1, FPS 04 (VCR 12)

    VERMENTINOVermentino VCR12

    Cluster
    Medium to medium-large, cylindrical or pyramidal, moderately loose.

    Berries
    Medium-large, yellow-amber or greenish yellow depending on exposure.

    Vigor and Growth
    Medium vigor.

    Resistence
    Particularly sensitive to cold and frost due to early budbreak. Sensitive to caterpillars and downy mildew.  Moderate resistance to powdery mildew. Slightly sensitive to gray rot.

    Phenology

    Budbreak:  medium. 
    Flowering:  medium.
    Verasion:  medium-late. 
    Maturation:  medium.

    Conditions
    Sunny, hilly locations with dry terrain.  In Italy its best production is near the sea.  Also adapted to plains with deep soil, where it needs wider spacing.  Pruning is short in the hills, medium on the plains.  Good in areas where other varieties would be damaged by wind and drought.

    Wine
    Straw yellow with greenish highlights; delicately perfumed, soft, dry; slight bitter finish which improves with moderate aging. Hawthorn and pear aromas; with increased ripeness becomes honeyed.