Japanese Manicure Finger Grape

Description

Japanese Manicure Finger grapes, also known as Makiage, are a luxurious and unique grape variety prized for their distinctive appearance, excellent taste, and challenging agricultural requirements. This has led to their high popularity.

Grape and Product Characteristics:

Shape and Size:

• Grapes are elongated and slender, resembling fingers.
• Each grape weighs approximately 10-15 grams.
• The skin is dark purplish-black with red or pink streaks, creating a unique, hand-painted (manicure-like) appearance.

Taste and Aroma:

• Sweet and mild flavor with a hint of tartness.
• Juicy flesh.

Product Characteristics:

• High-quality fruit with relatively good shelf life.
• Moderate yield of 3-5 kg per vine under ideal conditions.

Planting Density and System:

Row Spacing: 2.5 to 3 meters for easier mechanized operations and better access to vines.

Vine Spacing: 1.5 to 2 meters to ensure sufficient light and growing space.

Vines per Hectare: An average of 1500 to 2500 vines per hectare.

Growing Conditions:

Climate:

• Requires a temperate and warm climate with mild summers.
• Ideal growing temperature: 15 to 25 degrees Celsius.
• Relative cold hardiness: down to -10 degrees Celsius during winter dormancy, and down to -22 degrees Celsius if grafted onto more resistant rootstocks.

Soil:

• Loamy or sandy soil with good drainage and rich in organic matter.
• Soil pH should be between 6 and 7.5.

Irrigation:

• Requires regular irrigation during flowering and fruit development.

Maintenance and Management:

Pruning:

• Regular pruning is essential to remove dead branches and promote the growth of fruiting branches.
• Pruning is recommended in late winter or early spring.

Fertilization:

• Use of potassium and nitrogen-rich fertilizers to enhance growth and yield.
• Fertilization is necessary during active growth and after harvest.

Pest and Disease Control:

• Relatively resistant to fungal diseases such as anthracnose and gray mold.
• Use of fungicides and biological control for prevention.

Frost Protection:

• Winter vine cover with protective materials or mulch.
• Grafting onto cold-hardy rootstocks to increase tolerance.

Japanese Manicure Finger grapes typically reach maturity in late summer or early autumn. The exact harvest time depends on climatic conditions and cultivation practices, but generally, these grapes can be harvested in September to October. This variety usually matures around 120 to 130 days after flowering, and are ready for harvest when the fruits are sufficiently sweet and juicy.

Japanese Manicure Finger grapes are considered a luxury product. Their unique characteristics—the distinctive appearance of the grapes, their sweet and pleasant taste, and the complex and costly cultivation process—result in a high price. This makes them primarily marketed towards specific markets and luxury consumers.

Some reasons for its luxury status include:

1. Unique Appearance: The finger-shaped grapes are visually striking and attract attention.
2. Specialized Cultivation: Growing and maintaining these grapes requires specific conditions that increase costs, such as sensitivity to temperature, light, and irrigation.
3. Target Market: These grapes are typically sold in specialized markets and for special occasions, such as celebrations, luxurious parties, or as unique gifts.

As a result of these outstanding characteristics and high price, these grapes are considered a luxury and specialty item. Contact Mahan Kesht Knowledge-Based Company’s sales department for purchasing Japanese Manicure Finger grapes and consultation.