Product Name: Nantaihutezao Grape
Description:
Nantaihutezao is a premium extra-early ripening seedless table grape variety, bred by Zhejiang University from a bud sport of the famous 'Summer Black' grape. Officially released in 2019, this triploid European-American hybrid variety has quickly gained recognition as one of the most promising grape varieties following Shine Muscat for its exceptional early maturity, high sugar content, and robust characteristics.
A Grape That Leads the Market:
Nantaihutezao grapes ripen in late June to early July in Zhejiang, approximately 10 days earlier than its parent 'Summer Black', 15 days earlier than 'Summer Black', 30 days earlier than 'Kyoho', and 7 days earlier than 'Zaoxia Wuxiao'. The berries begin coloring about one week earlier than 'Summer Black', giving growers a significant competitive advantage during the peak summer season.
Appearance:
The clusters are conical, averaging 700 grams with the largest reaching 800 grams. The berries are elliptical with a stunning dark purple-black skin covered in a thick natural bloom – a hallmark of freshness and quality. The skin separates easily from the flesh and has no astringency.
Flavor:
Nantaihutezao delivers an outstanding eating experience with crisp, firm flesh and a sweet, refreshing flavor with no tartness. Soluble solids content reaches 17%–20% Brix – 3–4 degrees higher than comparable early varieties. The flavor is complemented by a pleasant strawberry aroma.
Key Commercial Advantages:
Extra-Early Market Window – Harvested in late June to early July, capturing early summer market demand and premium pricing
High Sugar Content – 17–20% Brix with no tartness
Excellent Storage Life – Holds on the vine for 20 days without dropping, resistant to crushing during transport
High Yield – Strong growth, easy flowering, high fruit set
Strong Disease Resistance – Resistant to powdery mildew, adaptable to alkaline and acidic soils
Harvest Season:
Late June to early July – a premium extra-early variety with strong market demand and excellent pricing potential.