Variety Chornyi Krystal

Chornyi Krystal (Black Crystal) is a hybrid form of private breeding by V. M. Kalugin (Ukraine; Talisman × Velyka). It ripens early: the berries fill out from the beginning of August (by various data, in 100–115 days). The cluster is large, conical or cylindrical-conical, of medium density, on average 700–1000 g or more, some up to 2 kg. The berries are very large, elongated-oval with a pointed tip, dark violet, almost black, 15–20 g, covered with a waxy bloom. The flesh is firm and crisp, the taste harmonious and very pleasant, with fruity, prune-like shades. The berry has 2–3 seeds.

The bush is vigorous, the vine ripens well, the flower is hermaphroditic, yields are high. Resistance to fungal diseases is medium or above medium. It withstands frost down to −22 °C, and the vine is covered for winter.