Acolon
| Acolon | |
|---|---|
| Grape (Vitis) | |
 | |
| Color of berry skin | Noir |
| Species | Vitis vinifera |
| Origin | Germany |
| Original pedigree | Blaufränkisch × Dornfelder |
| Notable regions | Württemberg, Germany |
| Breeder | Bernd Hill |
| Breeding institute | Staatliche Lehr- und Versuchsanstalt für Wein- und Obstbau Referat Rebenzüchtung und Rebenveredlung |
| Year of crossing | 1971 |
| Formation of seeds | Complete |
| Sex of flowers | Hermaphrodite |
| VIVC number | 17123 |
Acolon is a German wine grape variety, a cross between Blauer Lemberger (Blaufränkisch) and Dornfelder.[1]
It was created in 1971 at the Staatliche Lehr- und Versuchsanstalt für Wein- und Obstbau in Weinsberg (nr. Württemberg), Germany. The variety was officially recognised in 2002. It ripens early and produces a very color-intensive wine with mild tannins, resembling Lemberger. Currently it is growing experimentally on 1.35 square kilometres. Since 1981 it has often been used as a partner in creating new genetically diverse varieties.
Acolon is praised for its early ripening and frost resistance, making it an attractive choice for winemakers in cooler climates. Its approachable profile and flexibility in both traditional and modern winemaking (it allows to produce full-bodied red wines with intense flavors as well as aromatic rosé wines) have contributed to its rising popularity.[2]
References
[edit]- ^ J. Robinson (ed) "The Oxford Companion to Wine" Third Edition pg 3 Oxford University Press 2006 ISBN 0-19-860990-6
- ^ "Acolon Grape Varietal: Everything You Need to Know". www.vinerra.com. Retrieved 2025-01-10.