Product Name: Zespri Charm Kiwifruit (Gold9 / G9)

Description:
Charm is a premium golden-fleshed kiwifruit variety from New Zealand’s Zespri family. Commercialised in 2010 alongside the famous SunGold (G3), Charm (G9) is distinguished by its exceptionally sweet and intensely aromatic flavor – often described as “sweet like honey” – making it the preferred choice for consumers who favor pure sweetness.

Appearance:
The fruit is oval with a smooth, hairless skin that is easy to eat and prepare. The flesh is a vibrant pale to golden yellow with a small, yellow-white core. Average fruit weight is around 118 grams, with premium fruit reaching over 150 grams.

Flavor:
Charm delivers a rich, honey-like sweetness with low acidity and a lingering tropical aroma. Brix levels can reach 17.7% or higher, offering a consistently delicious, pure sweet taste.

Key Commercial Advantages:

• Unique Sweet Flavor Profile – Differentiates from the sweet-tart G3, appealing to consumers who prefer pure sweetness.

• Early Season Market Window – Harvested in September, earlier than most other gold varieties, capturing early autumn demand.

• Excellent Storage Life – Stores for 6–7 months under refrigeration, enabling extended supply.

Harvest Season:
September to October – a premium early-season golden kiwifruit with a unique sweet flavor profile.