Orion (grape)
Orion | |
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Grape (Vitis) | |
Species | Hybrid grape |
Also called | Geilweilerhof GA-58-30 |
Origin | Germany |
VIVC number | 8802 |
Orion is a white
Therefore, Orion is itself a hybrid grape (interspecific crossing) rather than a pure Vitis vinifera.Orion derives its name from the mythological hunter Orion, which gave the constellation Orion its name.[2] It is also known under the synonyms Geilweilerhof GA-58-30 and Gf. GA-58-30.[1]
Orion is grown in small quantities in the UK at the Royal Horticultural Society's Wisley Garden, where it is used together with the Phoenix hybrid grape to produce a dry white wine .[3]
References
- ^ a b Vitis International Variety Catalogue: Orion, accessed on May 16, 2008
- ^ a b Wein-Plus Glossar: Orion, accessed on January 24, 2013
- ^ UK Wine Cellar Door accessed on November 14, 2021