Vitis vinifera ‘Lombardy’
‘Bunches, very large, shouldered, closely set, and handsome; sometimes weighing from six to seven pounds. Berries, large and round, inclining to oval. Skin, pale red or flame-coloured. Flesh, firm, sweet, and well-flavoured, but only second-rate. This requires a high temperature to ripen it. The vine is a very strong grower, and requires a great deal of room, but it is a good bearer. The only recommendation to this variety is the great size of the bunches and beauty of the fruit.’ [Hogg – Fruit Manual p.394/1884].
Horticultural & Botanical History
‘This Grape is of Continental origin. It was, however, singularly originated in this country also, having been raised from the seed of a dried raisin, and grown on the end of a cottage at Wantage, whence it was received by Mr. Wilmot, of Isleworth, and exhibited before the Horticultural Society in 1821.’ [Barron – Vines and Vine Culture p.167/1892].
History at Camden Park
Listed in all published catalogues as ‘Wantage’ [Vines for Table Only no.5/1843].
Notes
Published Jun 23, 2010 - 12:04 PM | Last updated Jul 21, 2011 - 12:45 PM
| Family | Vitaceae |
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| Category | |
| Region of origin | Garden origin, unknown |
| Synonyms |
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| Common Name | Grape, Table Grape |
| Name in the Camden Park Record |
Wantage
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| Confidence level | high |