Coronation (grape)
Coronation grapes (formally, Sovereign Coronation[1]:{{{3}}}[2]:{{{3}}}[3]:{{{3}}}) are a hybrid variety of table grape developed in Canada.[2]:{{{3}}} Coronation grapes are popular throughout Canada,[4]:{{{3}}} and are available during a short period in late summer and early fall.[5]:{{{3}}} These grapes are characterized by their "vibrant blue-purple"[6]:{{{3}}} colour, similar to the related Concord variety.[1]:{{{3}}}
Development
Agriculture Canada's Pacific Agri-Food Research Centre in Summerland, British Columbia developed the Sovereign Coronation grape in the 1970s.[2]:{{{3}}} This project was directed by Lyall Denby, as part of the Plant Breeding Program.[2]:{{{3}}}
The Coronation grape is a hybrid of two North American varieties: the black Patricia (not to be confused with the white Lady Patricia[3]:{{{3}}}) and the Himrod.[2]:{{{3}}}
Agriculture
Coronation grapes are a "fairly hardy variety" of grape[2]:{{{3}}} and are most productive in relatively cool climates.[3]:{{{3}}}
The grapes ripen as early as late August, and are consequently available earlier than traditional varieties.[2]:{{{3}}} Availability ranges from late August to early September in Ontario[4]:{{{3}}}[5]:{{{3}}}[6]:{{{3}}} and early September to early October in British Columbia.[2]:{{{3}}}
In 2007, an estimated 2.2 million kilograms of Coronation grapes were produced in Ontario.[6]:{{{3}}} Despite having only been introduced to the Niagara region in 2000,[6]:{{{3}}} in 2008 they were the most abundantly grown seedless table grape in southern Ontario.[1]:{{{3}}}
Use in cuisine
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The grapes can be eaten fresh, or incorporated into fruit preserves, sauces and desserts.[1]:{{{3}}}[4]:{{{3}}}[5]:{{{3}}}[6]:{{{3}}} The raw grapes can be stored in a refrigerator for up to ten days, or frozen without loss of colour or flavour.[6]:{{{3}}}
References
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