Grape Patents (Class PLT/205)
New world (Class PLT/206)
Green or yellow (Class PLT/207)
  • Catena malbec 'Clone 14'
    Publication number: 20090222961
    Abstract: A special Malbec grapevine clone from Mendoza Argentina, herewith denominated Catena Malbec ‘Clone 14’ which shows a unique vineyard and winemaking profile from the rest of the Malbec grapevine population in Mendoza, Argentina. This Malbec grapevine clone is characterized by its medium cluster size and weight; compact cluster form; medium to small berry size and weight; medium-low vigor; extremely low level of millendrage (shot berries); very high level of polyphenol and tannin; medium aromatic intensity and mid-palate flavor depth.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 26, 2008
    Publication date: September 3, 2009
    Inventor: Nicolas Catena
  • Catena malbec 'Clone 16'
    Publication number: 20090217432
    Abstract: A special Malbec grapevine clone from Mendoza Argentina, herewith denominated Catena Malbec ‘Clone 16’ which shows a unique vineyard and winemaking profile from the rest of the Malbec grapevine population in Mendoza, Argentina. This Malbec grapevine clone is characterized by its small cluster size and medium cluster weight; very compact cluster form; very small berry size and weight; medium vigor; medium to high level of millendrage (shot berries); very high level of polyphenol and tannin; very high aromatic intensity and mid palate flavor depth.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 26, 2008
    Publication date: August 27, 2009
    Inventor: Nicolas Catena
  • Catena malbec 'Clone 15'
    Publication number: 20090217435
    Abstract: A distinct Malbec grape variety from Mendoza Argentina, herewith denominated ‘Catena Malbec Clone 15’ which shows a unique vineyard and winemaking profile from the rest of the Malbec grapevine population in Mendoza, Argentina. This Malbec grape variety is characterized by its medium cluster size and very low cluster weight; loose cluster form; very small berry size and weight; very low vigor; extremely low level of millendrage (shot berries); medium to low level of polyphenols and tannins; very high level of color intensity and flavor complexity.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 26, 2008
    Publication date: August 27, 2009
    Inventor: Nicolas Catena
  • Catena malbec 'Clone 13'
    Publication number: 20090217433
    Abstract: A distinct Malbec grape variety from Mendoza Argentina, herewith denominated ‘Catena Malbec Clone 13’ which shows a unique vineyard and winemaking profile from the rest of the Malbec grapevine population in Mendoza, Argentina. This Malbec grape variety is characterized by its medium cluster size and weight; compact cluster form; medium berry size and weight; medium vigor; low level of millendrage (shot berries); medium-high level of polyphenols and tannins; high aromatic intensity and excellent mid-palate flavor depth.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 26, 2008
    Publication date: August 27, 2009
    Inventor: Nicolas Catena
  • Catena malbec 'Clone 17'
    Publication number: 20090217434
    Abstract: A distinct Malbec grape variety from Mendoza Argentina, herewith denominated ‘Catena Malbec Clone 17’ which shows a unique vineyard and winemaking profile from the rest of the Malbec grapevine population in Mendoza, Argentina. This Malbec grape variety is characterized by its very low cluster size and weight; loose cluster form; medium berry size and weight; medium to high vigor; medium to high level of millendrage (shot berries); very high level of polyphenols; a low level of tannins, and high color intensity.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 26, 2008
    Publication date: August 27, 2009
    Inventor: Nicolas Catena
  • Nematode resistant grape rootstock '9365-85'
    Publication number: 20090183288
    Abstract: Rootstock ‘9365-85’ is a cross of L514-10 (Vitis rufotomentosa×(V. champinii ‘Dog Ridge’×V. riparia ‘Riparia Gloire’))×V. champinii c9038. This invention relates to a new and distinct variety of grape rootstock with resistance to a broad array of soil-borne nematodes including root-knot, dagger, lesion and citrus nematodes. The variety is moderately susceptible to ring nematode, but has strong resistance to grape phylloxera.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 15, 2008
    Publication date: July 16, 2009
    Applicant: The Regents of the University of California
    Inventor: Andrew Walker
  • Grapevine Plant Named 'Crimson Cabernet'
    Publication number: 20090113577
    Abstract: A new and distinct, self rooted, variety of grapevine, “Crimson Cabernet”, from a cross of “Cabernet Sauvignon” and “Norton”, which can be distinguished by its outstanding wine combined with high productivity, disease resistance, and cold hardiness superior to its acclaimed parent “Cabernet Sauvignon”.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 30, 2007
    Publication date: April 30, 2009
    Inventor: Lucian W. Dressel
  • Grapevine Plant Named 'Cabernet Diane'
    Publication number: 20090113576
    Abstract: A new and distinct, self rooted, variety of grapevine, “Cabernet Diane”, from a cross of “Cabernet Sauvignon” and “Norton”, which can be distinguished by its outstanding wine combined with high productivity, disease resistance, and cold hardiness superior to its acclaimed parent “Cabernet Sauvignon”.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 30, 2007
    Publication date: April 30, 2009
    Inventor: Lucian W. Dressel
  • Grapevine Plant Named 'Cabernet Dore'
    Publication number: 20090113578
    Abstract: A new and distinct, self rooted, variety of grapevine, “Cabernet Doré”, from a cross of “Cabernet Sauvignon” and “Norton”, which can be distinguished by its outstanding wine combined with high productivity, disease resistance, and cold hardiness superior to its acclaimed parent “Cabernet Sauvignon”.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 30, 2007
    Publication date: April 30, 2009
    Inventor: Lucian W. Dressel
  • Grapevine Plant named 'Zinthiana'
    Publication number: 20090113575
    Abstract: A new and distinct, self rooted, variety of grapevine, “Zinthiana”, from a cross of “Zinfandel” and “Cynthiana”, which can be distinguished by its outstanding wine combined with high productivity, disease resistance, and cold hardiness superior to its acclaimed parent “Zinfandel”.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 30, 2007
    Publication date: April 30, 2009
    Inventor: Lucian W. Dressel
  • Grapevine named ‘Sugratwentyseven’
    Patent number: PP15468
    Abstract: A new and distinct grapevine variety characterized by producing firm and crisp, naturally medium sized, long-elliptic shaped grapes with a black tender skin color. The grapes have an excellent eating quality, having a medium sugar content, high acidity and a aromatic flavor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 10, 2003
    Date of Patent: January 4, 2005
    Assignee: Sun World International, Inc.
    Inventors: David W. Cain, Michael J. Striem
  • Grapevine plant named ‘14-48-258’
    Patent number: PP15774
    Abstract: This new seeded variety of grape ‘l4-48-258’ is new and different because of its firm texture, uniform clusters and large berry size. Its clusters are well-filled, but loose; its large berries are sweet and mild. The vigorously growing vines are extremely productive when spur pruned.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 15, 2002
    Date of Patent: May 24, 2005
    Assignee: Sunview Vineyards of California, Inc.
    Inventor: Timothy F. Bourne
  • Grapevine plant denominated ‘Sweet Scarlet’
    Patent number: PP15891
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of grapevine denominated ‘Sweet Scarlet’ which is characterized by its midseason ripening seedless fruit, attractive raspberry red coloration, its ovoid fruit shape, its firm fruit texture with a light muscat flavor, and its medium to tight cluster.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 20, 2003
    Date of Patent: July 26, 2005
    Assignee: The United States of America as represented by the Secretary of Agriculture
    Inventors: David W. Ramming, Ronald E. Tarailo
  • Grape plant named ‘RS-9’
    Patent number: PP16115
    Abstract: A new and distinct grape (Vitis vinifera L. species), RS-9, which is useful as a rootstock, is distinguished by providing broad resistance to nematodes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 4, 2003
    Date of Patent: November 15, 2005
    Assignee: The Regents of the University of California
    Inventor: Michael McKenry
  • Grapevine denominated ‘Scarlet Royal’
    Patent number: PP16229
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of grapevine denominated ‘Scarlet Royal’ which is characterized by its mid-season ripening seedless fruit, attractive dark red coloration, its oval fruit shape, its firm fruit texture with neutral sweet flavor, and its medium dense cluster.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 28, 2004
    Date of Patent: January 31, 2006
    Assignee: The United States of America as represented by the Secretary of Agriculture
    Inventors: David W. Ramming, Ronald E. Tarailo
  • Grape plant named ‘RS-3’
    Patent number: PP16291
    Abstract: A new and distinct grape plant (Vitis vinifera L. species), ‘RS-3’, which is useful as a rootstock, is distinguished by providing broad resistance to nematodes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 4, 2003
    Date of Patent: February 28, 2006
    Assignee: The Regents of the University of California
    Inventor: Michael McKenry
  • Grape plant named ‘Frontenac gris’
    Patent number: PP16478
    Abstract: The invention is a new and distinct variety of grape plant designated ‘Frontenac gris’, which produces gray colored fruit suitable for white wine production, and has a combination of high wine quality, excellent cold hardiness and disease resistance, and very good productivity.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 10, 2004
    Date of Patent: April 25, 2006
    Assignee: Regents of the University of Minnesota
    Inventors: James Luby, Peter Hemstad
  • Grapevine ‘90-3618’
    Patent number: PP17211
    Abstract: The new grape cultivar ‘90-3618’ can best be characterized as a large, productive, seedless, dark table grape with excellent quality for handling abilities. The berries of the new cultivar are sweet and firm with very strong attachment and almost no shatter at commercial maturity. The berries reach full maturity in early to mid-September.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 4, 2003
    Date of Patent: November 14, 2006
    Assignee: L&M Nursery
    Inventor: Angel A. Gargiulo
  • Grape plant named ‘Arrathree’
    Patent number: PP17224
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Grapevine, designated ‘Arrathree’, characterized by strong vegetation, on own root and when grafted, high yield and large bunches, fire bright red berry color with very uniform coverage and color that does not get darker as ripening goes on, somewhat tight bunches, and very uniform berries, meaty with no water berries, that do not stutter or crack.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 3, 2005
    Date of Patent: November 21, 2006
    Assignee: Agricultural Research & Development, LLC
    Inventors: Salvador Giumarra, Shachar Karniel
  • Grapevine denominated ‘Black Globe’
    Patent number: PP17875
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of grapevine which is characterized by producing a large, high quality, seeded table grape which has a dark blue to nearly black skin coloration and is ripe for commercial harvesting and shipment approximately early to mid-September near Delano in the San Joaquin Valley of central California is disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 29, 2003
    Date of Patent: July 24, 2007
    Assignee: M. Caratan, Inc.
    Inventor: Angel Antonio Gargiulo
  • Grapevine ‘90-3437’
    Patent number: PP18226
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of grapevine which is characterized by producing a large, bright purple to dark purple-skinned, seedless grape, is described.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 23, 2001
    Date of Patent: November 20, 2007
    Assignee: M. Caratan, Inc.
    Inventor: Angel A. Gargiulo
  • Grape plant named ‘Arrafourteen’
    Patent number: PP18625
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Grapevine, designated ‘Arrafourteen’, characterized by strong vegetation, on own root and when grafted, red berry color with very uniform coverage and color, somewhat smaller bunches, and very juicy berries with pleasant taste and aroma.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 28, 2006
    Date of Patent: March 18, 2008
    Assignee: The Agricultural Research Organization
    Inventors: Spiegel-Roy Pinhas, Baron Izhak, Sahar Hachman, Perl Avihai
  • Seedless grape
    Patent number: PP18955
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a seedless grape variety, which is a clone of ‘Chardonnay I10V1’ grape. A seedless variety has considerable advantages in wine-making in that the wine being produced can be left on the skins for longer than in the case of conventional cultivars, without developing the bitter taste associated with seeds.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 24, 2004
    Date of Patent: June 17, 2008
    Inventors: Robert Garry Trezise, Peter Michael Burne
  • Grapevine ‘Sheegene-10’
    Patent number: PP18959
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety characterized by medium to large, red-colored seedless grapes with a very good flavor that ripen in late July, approximately two weeks later than the Flame Seedless Grape (unpatented), when grown in the San Joaquin Valley of Central California. The grapes of this new variety are produced on strong woody branches and stems and are well adapted to commercial handling.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 20, 2007
    Date of Patent: June 17, 2008
    Inventor: Timothy P. Sheehan
  • Grapevine (‘Sheegene-5’)
    Patent number: PP18960
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety characterized by large, red-colored seeded grapes that ripen in late July, approximately six weeks earlier than Red Globe (U.S. Plant Pat. No. 4,787), when grown in the San Joaquin Valley of Central California. The grapes of this new variety are produced on strong stems and branches and are well adapted to commercial handling.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 20, 2007
    Date of Patent: June 17, 2008
    Inventor: Timothy P. Sheehan
  • Grapevine ( ‘Sheegene-7)’
    Patent number: PP18987
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety characterized by medium to large, green-colored seedless grapes that ripen in late June, approximately two weeks earlier than does the Perlette Seedless Grape (unpatented), when grown in the San Joaquin Valley of Central California. The grapes of this new variety are produced on strong stems and are well adapted to commercial handling.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 20, 2007
    Date of Patent: June 24, 2008
    Inventor: Timothy P. Sheehan
  • Grapevine plant named ‘Sugrathirtytwo’
    Patent number: PP19024
    Abstract: A new and distinct grapevine variety characterized by producing red skinned, aromatic flavored, elliptical berries that have an excellent eating quality. The berries ripen early to mid-season, having a naturally medium size, a crisp flesh texture, and have medium and up sugar content.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 10, 2006
    Date of Patent: July 15, 2008
    Assignee: Sun World International, LLC
    Inventors: David W. Cain, Michael J. Striem
  • Grapevine ‘Sheegene-6’
    Patent number: PP19041
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety characterized by large, red-colored nearly seedless grapes that ripen in late July to early August, several weeks later than the Flame Seedless Grape (unpatented), when grown in the San Joaquin Valley of Central California. The grapes of this new variety are produced on strong stems and branches and are well adapted to commercial handling.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 20, 2007
    Date of Patent: July 22, 2008
    Inventor: Timothy P. Sheehan
  • Grapevine plant named ‘Sugrathirtyone’
    Patent number: PP19065
    Abstract: A new and distinct grapevine variety characterized by possessing elliptic shaped, medium sized green-yellowish seedless grapes having a crisp flesh texture. The grapes have a mild neutral flavor, medium sugar content, and excellent eating quality. The new variety possesses exceptional late-ripening characteristics. Additionally, the bunches have the ability to stay on the vine for a month or more, while maintaining commercial harvest quality.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 10, 2006
    Date of Patent: August 5, 2008
    Assignee: Sun World International, LLC
    Inventors: David W. Cain, Michael J. Striem
  • Grapevine-“‘Chisago’”
    Patent number: PP19246
    Abstract: The invention is a new and distinct variety of grapevine designated ‘Chisago’, which has a combination of outstanding wine quality, vigor, disease resistance, and cold hardiness.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 16, 2005
    Date of Patent: September 16, 2008
    Assignee: Winehaven, Inc.
    Inventors: Kevin Peterson, Kyle Peterson
  • Grape plant named ‘GG-80D’
    Patent number: PP19270
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of grape plant characterized by a medium dark red seedless grape that matures for harvest and shipping in late August to September about the same time as ‘Ruby Seedless’ (non patented) with very good flavor, juicy and firm skin. The berries are borne on strong woody stems and branches and are well adapted to commercial handling.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 8, 2007
    Date of Patent: September 30, 2008
    Inventor: Mike Gerawan
  • Grapevine named ‘Cara Seedless’
    Patent number: PP19429
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of grapevine is provided which abundantly forms attractive medium-to-large seedless berries having a dark eggplant skin coloration in compact clusters. The fruit displays a sweet crisp flavor and is firm in texture. The fruit commonly is ready for harvest during late September to early October in the San Joaquin Valley of Central California, U.S.A., and displays good eating qualities as a table grape. The fruit firmness renders the fruit well amenable for handling, shipping, and storage.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 28, 2007
    Date of Patent: November 4, 2008
    Assignee: Anton Caratan & Son
    Inventor: Joseph Maranto
  • Grape plant named ‘Pinot Grigio/Pinot Gris (tehachapi Clone )’
    Patent number: PP19435
    Abstract: A new distinct variety of grape plant characterized by producing small round white berries suitable for producing outstanding white wine. The new variety distinguishes itself from other white fruit mutations of ‘Point Gris’ by ripening earlier and having a larger, more prominently winged cluster.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 4, 2007
    Date of Patent: November 11, 2008
    Assignee: Bronco Wine Co.
    Inventor: Tom Valdero
  • Grapevine plant named ‘Marquette’
    Patent number: PP19579
    Abstract: The invention is a new and distinct variety of grape vine plant designated ‘Marquette’, which produces bluish-black colored fruit suitable for red wine production, and has a combination of high wine quality, excellent cold hardiness and good disease resistance.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 13, 2006
    Date of Patent: December 16, 2008
    Assignee: Regents of the University of Minnesota
    Inventors: Peter Hemstad, James Luby
  • Grapevine plant named ‘Mara Seedless’
    Patent number: PP19599
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of grapevine is provided which abundantly forms attactive medium-to-large seedless berries having a rose-pink skin coloration in medium-to-large clusters. The fruit displays a sweet crisp flavor and is firm in texture. The fruit commonly is ready for harvest during October in the San Joaquin Valley of Central California, U.S.A., and displays good eating qualities as a table grape. The fruit firmness renders the fruit well amenable for handling, shipping, and storage.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 26, 2007
    Date of Patent: December 30, 2008
    Assignee: Anton Caratan & Son
    Inventor: Joseph Maranto
  • Grapevine Plant Named ‘Sugrathirtyfour’
    Patent number: PP19750
    Abstract: A new and distinct grapevine variety characterized by producing dark-red skinned, very juicy, firm, round berries that have an excellent eating quality. The berries ripen late season, having a naturally large size and high sugar content.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 19, 2007
    Date of Patent: February 17, 2009
    Assignee: Sun World International, LLC
    Inventors: David W. Cain, Michael J. Striem
  • Nematode resistant grape rootstock ‘8909-05’
    Patent number: PP19981
    Abstract: Rootstock ‘8909-05’ is a cross of Vitis rupestris ‘A. de Serres’×Muscadinia rotundifolia ‘Cowart’. This invention relates to a new and distinct variety of grape rootstock with resistance to a broad array of soil-borne nematodes including root-knot, dagger, citrus, lesion, and ring nematodes. The rootstock also resists grape phylloxera. Rootstock ‘8909-05’ is one of the rare sources of resistance to ring nematode. The rootstock has extremely strong and broad nematode resistance.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 15, 2008
    Date of Patent: May 12, 2009
    Assignee: The Regents of the University of California
    Inventors: Andrew Walker, Kim Everist, Harold P. Olmo
  • Nematode resistant grape rootstock ‘9365-43’
    Patent number: PP20051
    Abstract: Rootstock ‘9365-43’ is a cross of ‘L514-10’ (Vitis rufotomentosa×(V. champinii ‘Dog Ridge’×V. riparia ‘Riparia Gloire’))×V. champinii ‘c9038’. The rootstock is a new and distinct variety of grape rootstock with resistance to a broad array of soil-borne nematodes including root-knot, dagger, lesion and citrus nematodes. The rootstock is susceptible to ring nematode, but has strong resistance to grape phylloxera.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 15, 2008
    Date of Patent: June 2, 2009
    Assignee: The Regents of the University of California
    Inventor: Andrew Walker
  • Grapevine ‘Sheegene-13’
    Patent number: PP20110
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety characterized by the large, red-colored seedless grapes that ripen in late August to early September, approximately six weeks later than the Flame Seedless Grape (unpatented) when grown in the San Joaquin Valley of Central California. The grapes of this new variety are produced on strong woody stems and branches and are well adapted to commercial harvesting.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 30, 2007
    Date of Patent: June 23, 2009
    Inventor: Timothy P. Sheehan
  • Grapevine ‘Sheegene-12’
    Patent number: PP20252
    Abstract: The new and distinct variety characterized by a dark red-colored, medium sized seedless grape that ripens in early August approximately two weeks later than the Flame Seedless Grape (unpatented) when grown in the San Joaquin Valley of Central California. The grapes of this variety are produced on strong woody stem and branches and are well adapted to commercial handling.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 30, 2007
    Date of Patent: September 1, 2009
    Inventor: Timothy P. Sheehan
  • Grapevine ‘Sheegene-8’
    Patent number: PP20281
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety characterized by red-colored nearly seedless grapes that ripens in late June, approximately two to three weeks earlier than the Flame Seedless Grape (unpatented) when grown in the San Joaquin Valley of Central California. The grapes of this new variety are produced on strong woody stems and branches that are well adapted to commercial handling.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 30, 2007
    Date of Patent: September 8, 2009
    Inventor: Timothy P. Sheehan
  • Grapevine ‘IFG 31-077’
    Patent number: PP20292
    Abstract: This invention is a new and distinctive grapevine ‘IFG 31-077’. ‘IFG 31-077’ produces large, elongated, fully black, naturally large seedless fruits that ripen early and possess high sugar content and superior eating quality. The clusters have strong stems with good berry attachment.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 27, 2008
    Date of Patent: September 15, 2009
    Assignee: International Fruit Genetics, LLC
    Inventor: David W. Cain
  • Grapevine ‘IFG 104-253’
    Patent number: PP20377
    Abstract: This invention is a new and distinctive grapevine ‘IFG 104-253’. ‘IFG 104-253’ produces naturally large, elongated white seedless berries that require little or no exogenous application of gibberellic acid to obtain commercially acceptable berry size which ripen in mid-season.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 27, 2008
    Date of Patent: October 6, 2009
    Assignee: International Fruit Genetics, LLC
    Inventor: David W. Cain
  • Grape plant named ‘Improved Chancellor’
    Patent number: PP20428
    Abstract: A new and distinct transgenic grape plant Vitis vinifera called “Improved Chancellor” which is characterized by greater tolerance to 2,4-diphenoxyacetic acid than is the parent Chancellor grape plant.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 17, 2005
    Date of Patent: October 20, 2009
    Assignee: The Board of Trustees of the Unviersity of Illinois
    Inventors: Robert M. Skirvin, Margaret A. Norton, Stephen K. Farrand, Richard M. S. Mulwa
  • Grape plant named ‘A-2640’
    Patent number: PP20745
    Abstract: A grape cultivar particularly distinguished by large, seedless, black-skinned berries, large clusters, with a mid to late season of ripening, high productivity and good vine health, is disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 10, 2008
    Date of Patent: February 9, 2010
    Assignee: The Board of Trustees of the University of Arkansas, N.A.
    Inventors: John Reuben Clark, James Norman Moore
  • Grapevine named ‘Catena Malbec Clone 17’
    Patent number: PP20766
    Abstract: A distinct Malbec grape variety from Mendoza Argentina, herewith denominated ‘Catena Malbec Clone 17’ which shows a unique vineyard and winemaking profile from the rest of the Malbec grapevine population in Mendoza, Argentina. This Malbec grape variety is characterized by its very low cluster size and weight; loose cluster form; medium berry size and weight; medium to high vigor; medium to high level of millendrage (shot berries); very high level of polyphenols; a low level of tannins, and high color intensity.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 26, 2008
    Date of Patent: February 23, 2010
    Assignee: Bodegas Y Vinedos Nicolas Catena SA
    Inventor: Nicolas Catena
  • Grapevine named ‘Catena Malbec Clone 13’
    Patent number: PP20859
    Abstract: A distinct Malbec grape variety from Mendoza Argentina, herewith denominated ‘Catena Malbec Clone 13’ which shows a unique vineyard and winemaking profile from the rest of the Malbec grapevine population in Mendoza, Argentina. This Malbec grape variety is characterized by its medium cluster size and weight; compact cluster form; medium berry size and weight; medium vigor; low level of millendrage (shot berries); medium—high level of polyphenols and tannins; high aromatic intensity and excellent mid-palate flavor depth.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 26, 2008
    Date of Patent: March 23, 2010
    Assignee: Bodegas Y Vinedos Nicolas Catena SA
    Inventor: Nicolas Catena
  • Grapevine named ‘Catena Malbec Clone 15’
    Patent number: PP20860
    Abstract: A 395distinct396 Malbec 397grape variety398 from Mendoza Argentina, herewith denominated ‘399 Catena Malbec’400Clone 15? which shows a unique vineyard and winemaking profile from the rest of the Malbec grapevine population in Mendoza, Argentina. This Malbec401 grape variety402 is characterized by its medium cluster size and very low cluster weight; loose cluster form; very small berry size and weight; very low vigor; extremely low level of millendrage (shot berries); medium to low level of 403polyphenols404 and 405tannins406; very high level of color intensity and flavor complexity.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 26, 2008
    Date of Patent: March 23, 2010
    Assignee: Bodegas y Vinedos Nicolas Catena SA
    Inventor: Nicolas Catena
  • Grapevine plant named ‘Zinthiana’
    Patent number: PP20889
    Abstract: A new and distinct, self rooted, variety of grapevine plant, ‘Zinthiana’, from a cross of ‘Zinfandel’ and ‘Cynthiana’, which can be distinguished by its outstanding wine combined with high productivity, disease resistance, and cold hardiness superior to one of its two acclaimed parents ‘Zinfandel’.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 30, 2007
    Date of Patent: March 30, 2010
    Inventor: Lucian W. Dressel
  • Grapevine plant named ‘Cabernet Diane’
    Patent number: PP20914
    Abstract: A new and distinct, self rooted, variety of grapevine plant, ‘Cabernet Diane’, from a cross of ‘Cabernet Sauvignon’ and ‘Norton’, which can be distinguished by its outstanding wine combined with high productivity, disease resistance, and cold hardiness superior to one of its acclaimed parents ‘Cabernet Sauvignon’.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 30, 2007
    Date of Patent: April 6, 2010
    Inventor: Lucian W. Dressel