Kabar (grape)

Kabar (grape)

Kabar is a white grape variety that is native to Hungary. It is primarily grown in the Tokaj wine region, known for its sweet wines. Kabar is a relatively new grape variety, created through a crossbreeding program in the late 20th century.

History

Kabar was developed in the 1990s by Hungarian viticulturists at the Research Institute for Viticulture and Enology in Hungary. The aim was to create a grape variety that could resist diseases, particularly powdery mildew and botrytis, which are common in the Tokaj region. The grape was created by crossing Hárslevelű and Bouvier grapes.

Characteristics

Kabar grapes have medium-sized, compact clusters and small to medium-sized berries. The skin is thin and greenish-yellow in color. The grape variety is known for its high sugar content, which makes it suitable for the production of sweet wines. It also has good acidity, which provides balance to the sweetness.

Wine production

Kabar is primarily used in the production of sweet wines, particularly Tokaji Aszú. The grapes are harvested late in the season, allowing them to develop noble rot, a beneficial form of botrytis. This concentrates the sugars and flavors in the grapes, resulting in rich and complex wines.

See also

• Tokaj wine region
• Hárslevelű
• Bouvier (grape)

External links

• Official website of the Research Institute for Viticulture and Enology