New World Patents (Class PLT/206)
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Publication number: 20200084932Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of the muscadine grape plant, Vitis rotundifolia Michx., which is self-fertile wine grape vine that is highly productive, resistant to Pierce's disease and low fruit ripening rot (ripe rot, and bitter rot), and able to produce fine red wines. The new and distinct cultivar produces a high-quality wine with rich stable red color and consistent yield. The cultivar has moderate-vigorous vine growth with high fruit yield. The cultivar produces wines with deep red color, smooth mouthfeel, excellent stability, and good longevity. The cultivar has hermaphroditic self-fertile flowers.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 7, 2018Publication date: March 12, 2020Inventors: Zhongbo Ren, Jiang Lu, Violeta Tsolova
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Publication number: 20180338399Abstract: A new and distinct muscadine grape plant characterized by purple berries; self-fertile flowers; berries that separate with a high percentage of dry stem scars; berries that are very large in size; and very productive vines with high total and usable yields.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 22, 2017Publication date: November 22, 2018Applicant: University of Georgia Research Foundation, Inc.Inventor: Patrick J. Conner
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Publication number: 20180160589Abstract: ‘Verona’ is a late-budding grape variety notable for its cold hardiness, large cluster size and suitability as a red wine grape.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 6, 2016Publication date: June 7, 2018Inventor: Thomas Alan Plocher
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Publication number: 20180160590Abstract: ‘Crimson Pearl’ is a late-budding grape variety notable for its winter hardiness, late bud break in springtime, and suitability as a red wine grape.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 6, 2016Publication date: June 7, 2018Inventor: Thomas Alan Plocher
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Publication number: 20170257993Abstract: This invention is a new and distinct grapevine variety denominated ‘IFG Twenty-three’. The new grapevine is characterized by producing naturally large seedless reddish black berries having a spherical shape with a mild fruity labrusca flavor somewhat similar to the Kyoho variety but smaller in size and seedless.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 7, 2016Publication date: September 7, 2017Inventor: David Cain
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Publication number: 20160330886Abstract: A new and distinct hybrid wine grapevine plant named ‘BN5-4, characterized by the following unique combination of characteristics: Very vigorous with extremely high disease resistance in the southeastern United States, including resistance to bacterial Pierce's disease and a host of fungal diseases. Average- to high-yielding vines, with dark, purple-skinned, seeded berries. Wine from the variety may be produced to be light red with a pleasant character and low residual sugar, or with a foxy character.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 7, 2015Publication date: November 10, 2016Inventor: John Mortensen
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Publication number: 20160286701Abstract: This invention is a new and distinct grapevine variety denominated “IFG Twenty-two’. The new grapevine is characterized by producing small naturally seedless reddish black to black berries having round to slightly elliptic shape with a unique grape lollipop-like labrusca flavor.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 23, 2015Publication date: September 29, 2016Inventor: David Cain
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Publication number: 20160205844Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of the muscadine grape plant, Vitis rotundifolia Michx., named ‘Ga. 1-1-48’, which has: early ripening berries, typically beginning in the last week of July in Georgia; yellow-green berries; self-fertile flowers; berries that separate with a high percentage of dry stem scars; and berries that are large for a self-fertile cultivar.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 8, 2015Publication date: July 14, 2016Applicant: University of Georgia Research Foundation, Inc.Inventor: Patrick J. Conner
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Publication number: 20160014942Abstract: A new cultivar of grape plant named, ‘Chenibec’, that is characterized by its open and even plant habit, its fruit that is large in size and golden in color at maturity, its juicy berries with a crisp, fruity, wine-like taste, its large, shouldered, medium density fruit clusters that are full of berries, its vigorous growth rate and high level of fruit productivity, and its grapes that are suitable for secondary fermentation to produce sparkling and champagne style wine.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 8, 2015Publication date: January 14, 2016Inventor: Ronald Juneau
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Publication number: 20150366118Abstract: This invention is a new and distinct grapevine variety denominated ‘IFG Twenty-one’. The new grapevine is characterized by producing small naturally seedless red berries having an elliptic shape with a unique combination of muscat and labrusca flavor. The strong fruity flavor is reminiscent of strawberries. Fruits normally ripen very early season about early to mid-July near Delano Calif. Fruits are fairly low in acidity, with medium dense, firm texture. Berries color readily even in hot climatic conditions and produce completely colored bright red berries.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 12, 2014Publication date: December 17, 2015Inventor: David Cain
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Publication number: 20150313050Abstract: This invention is a new and distinct grapevine variety denominated ‘IFG Twenty’. The new grapevine is characterized by producing naturally large seedless blue-black berries having a narrow ellipsoidal to cylindrical shape with a strong fruity labrusca flavor. Fruits normally ripen mid to late season about early to mid-September near Delano Calif. Fruits are fairly low in acidity, with medium dense firm texture, occasionally noticeable seed trace. Vines are productive and can be spur pruned.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 25, 2014Publication date: October 29, 2015Inventor: David Cain
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Publication number: 20150271973Abstract: This invention is a new and distinct grapevine variety denominated ‘IFG Nineteen’. The new grapevine is characterized by producing naturally large seedless red berries having a broad ellipsoid shape with a unique strong fruity flavor having a combination of muscat and labrusca flavors.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 18, 2014Publication date: September 24, 2015Inventor: David Cain
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Publication number: 20150040279Abstract: Description and specifications of a new and distinct grapevine cultivar named ‘Faith’ which originated from a hand-pollinated cross of A-1962 (non-patented, non-released breeding genotype)×Jupiter (U.S. Plant Pat. No. 13,309) made in 1990. This new grapevine cultivar can be distinguished by its seedless, blue/black berries of with neutral and occasional slight fruity flavor, medium sized clusters, medium vigor, and healthy plant.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 31, 2013Publication date: February 5, 2015Applicant: The Board Of Trustees Of The University Of ArkansasInventors: John Reuben Clark, James N. Moore
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Publication number: 20150040276Abstract: Description and specifications of a new and distinct grapevine cultivar named ‘Hope’ which originated from a hand-pollinated cross of A-1562 (non-patented, non-released breeding genotype)×A-1704 (non-patented, non-released breeding genotype). This new grapevine cultivar can be distinguished by its very tight large clusters, fruity flavor, high yields, medium vigor, and healthy plant.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 31, 2013Publication date: February 5, 2015Applicant: The Board Of Trustees Of The University Of ArkansasInventors: John Reuben Clark, James N. Moore
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Publication number: 20150040277Abstract: Description and specifications of a new and distinct grapevine cultivar named ‘Gratitude’ which originated from a hand-pollinated cross of A-1925 (non-patented, non-released breeding genotype; female)×A-1581 (non-patented, non-released breeding genotype; male). This new grapevine cultivar can be distinguished by its seedless, green, crisp berries with neutral flavor and resists cracking from rainfall at maturity. The fruit grows in large tight clusters, the vines have medium vigor, and the plants are healthy.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 31, 2013Publication date: February 5, 2015Applicant: The Board Of Trustees Of The University Of ArkansasInventors: John Reuben Clark, James N. Moore
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Publication number: 20150040278Abstract: Description and specifications of a new and distinct grapevine cultivar which originated from a hand-pollinated cross of A-1919 (non-patented, non-released breeding genotype)×A-1908 (non-patented, non-released breeding genotype). This new grapevine cultivar can be distinguished by its seedless, blue berries of exceptionally fruity flavor, medium sized clusters, moderate to high yield, medium vigor, and healthy plant.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 31, 2013Publication date: February 5, 2015Applicant: The Board Of Trustees Of The University Of ArkansasInventors: John Reuben Clark, James N. Moore
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Publication number: 20140013474Abstract: This invention is a new and distinct grapevine variety denominated ‘IFG Twelve’. The new grapevine is characterized by producing very pointed narrow reddish purple grapes having small to medium sized seed traces.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 9, 2012Publication date: January 9, 2014Applicant: International Fruit Genetics, LLCInventor: David Cain
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Publication number: 20120227147Abstract: A grapevine cultivar having a combination of good winter hardiness, vigor, grape cluster size, disease resistance and overall suitability as a red wine grape; the vine is winter hardy to about ?40 degrees F. (about ?40 degrees C.) and the grape is well-suited to the commercial production of Ice Wine because its grape clusters have a tendency to resist splitting and falling off the cluster after a hard freeze; the grapevine also produces relatively large clusters of grapes that are beneficial to commercial production.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 1, 2011Publication date: September 6, 2012Inventors: Kevin Peterson, Kyle Peterson
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Publication number: 20100242143Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of the muscadine grape plant, Vitis rotundifolia Michx., which has exceptionally good flavor, firm flesh texture with relatively thin skin, and a larger berry than the current grapes that are produced commercially. The vines of this cultivar are vigorous, productive and disease resistant.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 15, 2008Publication date: September 23, 2010Inventors: Jiang Lu, Zhong-bo Ren, Xia Xu
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Publication number: 20090307810Abstract: 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: ApplicationFiled: June 10, 2008Publication date: December 10, 2009Inventors: John Reuben Clark, James Norman Moore
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Patent number: PP18937Abstract: A new and distinct variety of grapevine which is somewhat remotely similar to the ‘Crimson’ grapevine (not patented), but from which it is distinguished by producing fruit which are mature for harvesting and shipment approximately two (2) to three (3) weeks prior to the fruit produced by the ‘Crimson’ grapevine (not patented) and wherein the fruit are seedless berries which are juicy with an excellent flavor, red skin coloration and a moderately firm and tough skin. The berries of the new variety are borne on strong, woody stems which are well adapted to commercial handling.Type: GrantFiled: November 6, 2006Date of Patent: June 17, 2008Inventor: Timothy P. Sheehan
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Patent number: PP21965Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of the muscadine grape plant, Vitis rotundifolia Michx., which has exceptionally good flavor, firm flesh texture with relatively thin skin, and a larger berry than the current grapes that are produced commercially. The vines of this cultivar are vigorous, productive and disease resistant.Type: GrantFiled: April 15, 2008Date of Patent: June 7, 2011Assignee: Florida Agricultural and Mechanical UniversityInventors: Jiang Lu, Zhong-bo Ren, Xia Xu
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Patent number: PP23022Abstract: This invention relates to a new and distinct variety of grapevine named ‘BIG PEARL’. The new early ripening, very fertile grapevine variety is particularly characterized by an attractive berry color, a very uniform bunch and a firm berry with tender crunchy skin.Type: GrantFiled: January 3, 2011Date of Patent: September 11, 2012Assignee: State of Israel, Ministry of Agriculture & Rural Development, Agricultural Research OrganizationInventors: Avichai Perl, Nachman Sahar, Oded Degani, Tatiana Okun, Arie Sarfian, Hanan Bazak, Refael Eliassi, Ahuva Daos
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Patent number: PP11260Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of the muscadine grape plant, Vitis rotundifolia Michx., which has an exceptionally flavorful berry, scoring higher in taste panel rankings than the current grapes that are produced commercially. The vines of this cultivar are vigorous, productive and tolerant to many diseases affecting muscadine grape plants.Type: GrantFiled: July 24, 1997Date of Patent: March 7, 2000Assignee: University of Georgia Research Foundation, Inc.Inventor: Ronald Paton Lane
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Patent number: PP23199Abstract: This invention relates to a new and distinct variety of grapevine named ‘GREEN ANGELS’. The new early ripening, very fertile grapevine variety is particularly characterized by an attractive berry color, a very uniform bunch and a firm berry with tender crunchy skin.Type: GrantFiled: January 3, 2011Date of Patent: November 20, 2012Assignee: State of Israel, Ministry of Agriculture & Rural Development, Agricultural Research OrganazationInventors: Avichai Perl, Nachman Sahar, Oded Degani, Tatiana Okun, Arie Sarfian, Hanan Bazak, Refael Eliassi, Ahuva Daos
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Patent number: PP23376Abstract: A grapevine cultivar having a combination of good winter hardiness, vigor, grape cluster size, disease resistance and overall suitability as a red wine grape; the vine is winter hardy to about ?40 degrees F. (about ?40 degrees C.) and the grape is well-suited to the commercial production of Ice Wine because its grape clusters have a tendency to resist splitting and falling off the cluster after a hard freeze; the grapevine also produces relatively large clusters of grapes that are beneficial to commercial production.Type: GrantFiled: March 1, 2011Date of Patent: February 5, 2013Assignee: Winehaven, Inc.Inventors: Kevin Peterson, Kyle Peterson
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Patent number: PP24142Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of the muscadine grape plant, Vitis rotundifolia Michx., named ‘Ga. 5-1-45’, which has: early ripening berries, typically beginning in the first week in August in Georgia; black berries; self-fertile flowers; berries with flesh that adheres to the skin (non-slip skin); berries that are firm in texture and with a high soluble solids content; and berries that are large for a self-fertile cultivar.Type: GrantFiled: May 29, 2012Date of Patent: January 7, 2014Assignee: University of Georgia Research Foundation, Inc.Inventor: Patrick J. Conner
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Patent number: PP25152Abstract: Description and specifications of a new and distinct grapevine cultivar which originated from a hand-pollinated cross of Moored (non-patented)×NY 45791 (non-patented, non-released breeding genotype). This new grapevine cultivar can be distinguished by its seedless, pink berries of distinct V. labrusca-like flavor, small compact clusters, distinctly lobed leaves, medium vigor, and healthy plant.Type: GrantFiled: May 19, 2011Date of Patent: December 9, 2014Assignee: The Board of Trustees of the University of ArkansasInventors: John R. Clark, James N. Moore
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Patent number: PP25696Abstract: Description and specifications of a new and distinct grapevine cultivar named ‘Faith’ which originated from a hand-pollinated cross of A-1962 (non-patented, non-released breeding genotype)×Jupiter (U.S. Plant Pat. No. 13,309) made in 1990. This new grapevine cultivar can be distinguished by its seedless, blue/black berries of with neutral and occasional slight fruity flavor, medium sized clusters, medium vigor, and healthy plant.Type: GrantFiled: July 31, 2013Date of Patent: July 14, 2015Assignee: THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSASInventors: John Reuben Clark, James N. Moore
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Patent number: PP25726Abstract: Description and specifications of a new and distinct grapevine cultivar which originated from a hand-pollinated cross of A-1919 (non-patented, non-released breeding genotype)×A-1908 (non-patented, non-released breeding genotype). This new grapevine cultivar can be distinguished by its seedless, blue berries of exceptionally fruity flavor, medium sized clusters, moderate to high yield, medium vigor, and healthy plant.Type: GrantFiled: July 31, 2013Date of Patent: July 21, 2015Assignee: THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSASInventors: John Reuben Clark, James N. Moore
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Patent number: PP27033Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of the muscadine grape plant, Vitis rotundifolia Michx., named ‘Ga. 1-1-48’, which has: early ripening berries, typically beginning in the last week of July in Georgia; yellow-green berries; self-fertile flowers; berries that separate with a high percentage of dry stem scars; and berries that are large for a self-fertile cultivar.Type: GrantFiled: January 8, 2015Date of Patent: August 9, 2016Assignee: University of Georgia Research Foundation, Inc.Inventor: Patrick J. Conner
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Patent number: PP28667Abstract: This invention is a new and distinct grapevine variety denominated ‘IFG Twenty-three’. The new grapevine is characterized by producing naturally large seedless reddish black berries having a spherical shape with a mild fruity labrusca flavor somewhat similar to the Kyoho variety but smaller in size and seedless.Type: GrantFiled: March 7, 2016Date of Patent: November 21, 2017Assignee: INTERNATIONAL FRUIT GENETICS, LLCInventor: David Cain
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Patent number: PP30014Abstract: A new and distinct muscadine grape plant characterized by purple berries; self-fertile flowers; berries that separate with a high percentage of dry stem scars; berries that are very large in size; and very productive vines with high total and usable yields.Type: GrantFiled: May 22, 2017Date of Patent: December 25, 2018Assignee: University of Georgia Research Foundation, Inc.Inventor: Patrick J. Conner
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Patent number: PP31407Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of the muscadine grape plant, Vitis rotundifolia Michx., which is highly productive, resistant to Pierce's disease, low fruit ripening rot, and relatively low wet scar. The new and distinct cultivar has a very large deep black-red colored berry with an extremely pleasant fruit flavor. The cultivar has moderate vine growth with high fruit yield, and very good disease resistance. The cultivar also has an extended shelf life.Type: GrantFiled: September 7, 2018Date of Patent: January 28, 2020Assignee: Florida A&M UniversityInventors: Zhongbo Ren, Jiang Lu, Violeta Tsolova
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Patent number: PP31654Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of the muscadine grape plant, Vitis rotundifolia Michx., which is self-fertile wine grape vine that is highly productive, resistant to Pierce's disease and low fruit ripening rot (ripe rot, and bitter rot), and able to produce fine red wines. The new and distinct cultivar produces a high-quality wine with rich stable red color and consistent yield. The cultivar has moderate-vigorous vine growth with high fruit yield. The cultivar produces wines with deep red color, smooth mouthfeel, excellent stability, and good longevity. The cultivar has hermaphroditic self-fertile flowers.Type: GrantFiled: September 7, 2018Date of Patent: April 14, 2020Assignee: Florida A&M UniversityInventors: Zhongbo Ren, Jiang Lu, Violeta Tsolova
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Patent number: PP32111Abstract: A new and distinct muscadine grape plant, substantially as herein illustrated and described, characterized by dark red-colored berries; self-fertile flowers; berries that separate with a high percentage of dry stem scars; berries that are very large in size, and very productive vines with high total and usable yields.Type: GrantFiled: November 14, 2019Date of Patent: August 25, 2020Assignee: University of Georgia Research Foundation, Inc.Inventor: Patrick J. Conner
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Patent number: PP33282Abstract: The invention is a new and distinct variety of Grapes plant named ‘Gewurztraminer RJ’ that is characterized by its grape clusters that are medium-large in size and cylindro-conical in shape, its good cold hardiness, its mature fruit early in the season, its vigorous growth habit with high fruit production, its grapes that are pink-purple in color at full maturity, good disease resistance, its grapes that have thick skins and are resistant to fall frost, and its grapes that produce wine that is rich in aroma and with a fruity taste.Type: GrantFiled: June 10, 2020Date of Patent: July 27, 2021Inventor: Ronald Juneau
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Patent number: PP36213Abstract: A new grapevine plant, particularly distinguished by seedless berries borne in well-filled attractive clusters, unlike traditional seeded muscadines, which are marketed as individual berries; relatively thin, more edible skin and juicier flesh compared to most traditional seeded muscadine cultivars; and distinctively flowery and fruity aroma and flavor, making it a top choice in taste panels, disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: October 20, 2023Date of Patent: October 22, 2024Assignee: Early Morning LLCInventor: Patterson Jeffrey Bloodworth
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Patent number: PP36345Abstract: A new variety of grapevine ‘SUNNY HEART’ that has green leaves and berries having a broad ellipsoid shape, red skin, and muscat flavor.Type: GrantFiled: February 22, 2024Date of Patent: December 31, 2024Assignee: NATIONAL AGRICULTURE AND FOOD RESEARCH ORGANIZATIONInventors: Toshihiro Saito, Akihiko Sato, Atsushi Kono, Noriyuki Onoue, Nobuhito Mitani, Akifumi Azuma, Yusuke Ban, Masahiko Yamada, Toshihito Ueno, Mikio Shiraishi, Takeo Shimizu, Ryusuke Matsuzaki, Ikuko Nakajima, Taketoshi Ueno, Takao Ito, Takashi Haji, Yuya Chiaki