Variety Donetskyi Arochnyi

Donetskyi Arochnyi (Donetsk Arched) is a hybrid form bred by A. F. Balabanov, selected in 2008. It ripens early, in 115–125 days to harvest ripeness (sum of active temperatures 2400–2600 °C). The cluster is large, conical, moderately dense, 900–1500 g. The berries are round, dark red, 5–7 g, with juicy fleshy pulp; the skin is firm but unnoticeable when eating. The taste is harmonious, sugar content high. The flower is hermaphroditic, and pollination is very good in any weather.

The shoots are of great vigor, and young shoots are flexible. The fruiting vine is pruned to 6–8 buds, and short pruning is also possible. According to the form’s author, the vine has overwintered without cover since 2008, with frost resistance down to −27 °C. Resistance to fungal diseases is at the level of standard varieties, so do not skip preventive treatments. The form is relatively new and described by few sources.