AMET ADZI IBRAIM

Amet Adzi Ibraim is a Crimean grape variety belonging to the eco-geographical group of the Black Sea basin varieties. It ripens in the second half of September, allowing its use in late winemaking cycles. The leaves of this variety are medium-sized, round, weakly lobed, predominantly three- or five-lobed, with dense bristly-hairy down on the underside. The leaf surface is netted-wrinkled, weakly funnel-shaped, which is characteristic of this variety and affects its resistance to external conditions. Bunches are of medium size, conical in shape, and of medium density, sometimes loose. Berries are oval, medium-sized, and greenish-yellow in color. The pulp is spreading with a simple taste, while the skin is thick, coarse, and astringent, giving the wine a special structure and character. The vigor of the bushes is medium, yield is above average, however, resistance to fungal diseases is low, which requires careful care and preventive measures in the vineyard. Shoots ripen well, which contributes to stable fruiting. The sugar content of the berry juice is 17-18 g per 100 cm³, acidity is 5-6 g per dm³, which makes this variety suitable for producing ordinary fortified wines. Amet Adzi Ibraim grapes are often used in blending with other varieties, which allows creating unique wine compositions with a distinctive taste and aroma. This variety is a valuable source of economic traits and is included in state registers of breeding achievements, which confirms its significance for Crimean viticulture.