Italia Container-Grown Grapevine

Italia is one of the world’s best-known and most highly regarded table grape varieties. Bred in Italy in the early 20th century, it has since become a benchmark among premium table grapes. Its enormous clusters, large golden-yellow berries and intense Muscat aroma have made it a favourite among growers and consumers worldwide.

Main Characteristics

Ripening time: Medium-late, generally ready for harvest from early to mid-September.
Cluster: Large, conical and moderately compact, typically weighing 600–1200 g, and under favourable conditions may reach up to 1.5 kg.
Berry: Very large, oval or ovoid, weighing approximately 8–12 g.
Colour: Yellowish-green, becoming golden-yellow when fully ripe, with a slight amber hue on the sun-exposed side.
Flavour: Intensely Muscat-flavoured, pleasantly sweet, juicy and crisp.
Seeds: Contains 2–4 seeds.

Growing Characteristics

Italia is a vigorous variety with excellent productivity. It produces its finest fruit in a warm, sunny location, where the berries develop their full golden colour and rich Muscat aroma. The clusters tolerate transportation well and retain their freshness for an extended period under suitable storage conditions.

Resistance and Hardiness

Italia has moderate disease resistance, so regular plant protection is recommended. Its winter frost tolerance is also moderate, therefore in colder regions it is advisable to plant it in a warm, sheltered location or provide winter protection for young vines.