Grape Dove is a technical variety obtained by selection in the 80s of the last century. Its taste qualities and the affordable cost of seedlings ensured high popularity among winemakers in Russia and the CIS countries. It is a hybrid and includes the best features of varieties: Early Odessa, Northern and 40 years of October. A photo, a description of the Golubka grape variety is presented in this article.
Variety description
This grape has a graceful appearance that is rare in wine varieties. Grape Dove is one of the earliest varieties. Berries are used to make wine of exquisite ruby color with excellent taste. Due to the sweet taste, with a slight hint of acid, the wine is very soft.
Flowers are bisexual, the fruits of this grape are small in size. The bunch is dense, its weight does not exceed 110 grams. Berries have a rich blue color. Dove bushes are distinguished by their small height and massive curly branches withdense leaf cover.
Vine growth is above average. Stepchildren per season gives an average number. Vine maturation is good. A leaf of medium size, rounded, almost solid - three-lobed. Top cutouts are small, open, in the form of a entering angle or lyre.
The description of the Dove grape will be incomplete, if not to note that it is completely unpretentious in care, but in order to ensure a high yield on an annual basis, regular caring care is necessary.
Growing and care
The grape variety Dove has a very high resistance to frost, but in order to get a rich harvest, it still needs to be completely covered for the winter, and the trunk should be wrapped with paper or thick cloth. It is noteworthy that in the case of partial shelter, a negative effect can be obtained, which is caused by sudden temperature changes in winter. In this case, the yield will be significantly less.
This variety is very fond of a humid environment and various top dressings that accelerate the growth of branches and help increase yields. You need to feed such grapes several times a season. To ensure the necessary humidity, garden drip irrigation is installed on the rows of Golubok. The pipes of such an irrigation system are distinguished by good strength, they can regularly serve up to 10 years. Watering is the main factor affecting the juiciness of the berry.
Tillage
Excellent condition of vine bushes and a good harvest provides loosening of the soil. Thanks to this procedure, the root system receives the right amountoxygen and moisture. When the formation of a bush is carried out, you need to pay attention to the rationing of the crop. An increased load causes incomplete ripening of the fruit, which contributes to a decrease in yield. The opinion that the more vines and clusters on it, the more berries will be obtained as a result, is erroneous. In addition, such a delusion can lead not only to a decrease in yield, but also to damage, drying out of the bush.
Propagation of grapes
Reproduction of the Dove variety is done by grafting onto a stock. It is noteworthy that the seedling is distinguished by very thin roots and the presence of a large number of side shoots. It takes root without any difficulty.
Pests and diseases
The main pests that pose a threat to Dove are bees and wasps. To combat them, specialized traps and chemistry are used. For greater efficiency and to eliminate pest interactions with grapes, smoke bombs are used to destroy insect nests.
This grape variety is susceptible to diseases such as gray rot, powdery mildew and downy mildew. In rare cases, Dove is affected by small insects - grape phylloxera, which harm the root system of grapes.
Disease prevention
In order for grapes to always be he althy and give a rich harvest, they need regular disease prevention. It will help prevent infection and protect the plant. The main measure iscorrect pruning. It is produced after harvest, but before the first frost. You need to know that the branches should not be cut more than 8 eyes. In the spring, broken and dry shoots must be removed. This must be done before bud break, otherwise the plant may be damaged.
Use in winemaking and garden design
The characteristics of the Dove grape give a clear understanding of why winemakers love it so much and how it stands out among other technical varieties. Due to its increased resistance to diseases, fast rooting, ease of care, good performance and yield, high taste and gastronomic qualities, this grape becomes an indispensable variety in the household of every gardener. The rich taste of berries with its special sour tint gives the wine an exclusive, unusually soft taste. The aftertaste of this wine is also very pleasant and does not leave any negative sensations.
In addition to increased productivity, the plant has an aesthetic appearance. What can be seen by looking at the photo of the Golubok grape variety. This allows him to become an element of exquisite landscape design in the garden of the most demanding grower. Due to its attractive appearance, it is quite possible to plant it next to the gazebos for relaxation. A weaving strong vine and dense clusters of berries will create an atmosphere of comfort in them. This variety is most attractive in autumn. At this time, the leaves become very bright, turning into a rich burgundy color.
