Variety Goldfinger

Goldfinger (Gold Finger) is a Japanese variety bred by Tomikazu Harada (Peerless × Pizzutello Bianco; admitted to the register in 1993). It ripens early, in 110–120 days, in the second half of August. The cluster is large, conical, of medium density, usually 500–600 g, sometimes up to 800 g. The berries are elongated, arched with a pointed tip, golden-yellow (amber), 5–10 g. The taste is sweet, with caramel and fruity notes and a light Labrusca aroma; sugar content 18–24%. The berry has 2–3 seeds; the skin is firm and slightly astringent.

The bush is vigorous and needs a trellis. The variety is resistant to fungal diseases and likes moderate regular watering. It withstands frost down to −23 °C and is covered for winter. Ripe berries should be protected from wasps and birds, and should be transported and stored carefully.