{"product_id":"frontenacgrape","title":"Frontenac Grape","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"186\" data-end=\"491\"\u003eA top-performing \u003cstrong data-start=\"203\" data-end=\"221\"\u003ered wine grape\u003c\/strong\u003e developed and released by the University of Minnesota, \u003cstrong data-start=\"277\" data-end=\"290\"\u003eFrontenac\u003c\/strong\u003e is prized for its exceptional vigour, productivity, and cold hardiness. This variety thrives in northern climates and is one of the most reliable choices for Prairie vineyards and backyard winemakers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"493\" data-end=\"816\"\u003eFrontenac vines are \u003cstrong data-start=\"513\" data-end=\"557\"\u003eextremely vigorous and highly productive\u003c\/strong\u003e, producing generous clusters of berries ideal for full-bodied red wines, rosés, and ports. The vines show \u003cstrong data-start=\"664\" data-end=\"704\"\u003estrong natural resistance to disease\u003c\/strong\u003e, with particularly good tolerance to powdery mildew—making them easier to maintain in variable Prairie weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"818\" data-end=\"1055\"\u003eAt harvest, Frontenac grapes typically reach \u003cstrong data-start=\"863\" data-end=\"884\"\u003ehigh sugar levels\u003c\/strong\u003e paired with \u003cstrong data-start=\"897\" data-end=\"913\"\u003ehigh acidity\u003c\/strong\u003e, a hallmark of cold-climate wine grapes. These qualities contribute to excellent colour, balanced wines, and strong fermentation performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1098\" data-end=\"1601\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1098\" data-end=\"1112\"\u003eFruit Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red wines, rosé, port-style wines, juice\u003cbr data-start=\"1153\" data-end=\"1156\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1156\" data-end=\"1176\"\u003eFlavour Profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep colour, robust flavour, excellent for winemaking\u003cbr data-start=\"1230\" data-end=\"1233\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1233\" data-end=\"1250\"\u003eSugar Levels:\u003c\/strong\u003e High at harvest\u003cbr data-start=\"1266\" data-end=\"1269\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1269\" data-end=\"1281\"\u003eAcidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e High (typical for northern wine grapes)\u003cbr data-start=\"1321\" data-end=\"1324\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1324\" data-end=\"1347\"\u003eDisease Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very strong; particularly resistant to powdery mildew\u003cbr data-start=\"1401\" data-end=\"1404\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1404\" data-end=\"1421\"\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Extremely vigorous, ideal for trellises\u003cbr data-start=\"1461\" data-end=\"1464\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1464\" data-end=\"1474\"\u003eYield:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heavy and consistent\u003cbr data-start=\"1495\" data-end=\"1498\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1498\" data-end=\"1512\"\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bred for cold climates (University of Minnesota)\u003cbr data-start=\"1561\" data-end=\"1564\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1564\" data-end=\"1581\"\u003eTime to Bear:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 3-4 years\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1603\" data-end=\"1758\"\u003eA vigorous, reliable, and wine-quality red grape that excels in cold climates—perfect for Prairie vineyards, hobby winemakers, and hardy fruit enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Guide:\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ttseeds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/GG_GRAP_V1-1.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"color: #276221; text-decoration: none;\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eGrape Tree Planting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Guide:\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/ttseeds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/GG_SHR_TRE_FRU_V1.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"color: #276221; text-decoration: none;\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eShrubs, Trees and Fruit Trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":null,"offers":[{"title":"1 root","offer_id":42752766967892,"sku":"8039A","price":22.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2241\/9163\/files\/8039.jpg?v=1765405687","url":"https:\/\/collection-import-export.myshopify.com\/products\/frontenacgrape","provider":"collection-import-export","version":"1.0","type":"link"}