Vitis vinifera ‘Xeres’
This is possibly the Spanish grape usually known as ‘Graciano’, a red wine grape used in both Spain and the Languedoc-Roussilon region of France, primarily for blending with other varieties. It is unclear why this wine grape should be included among Vines for Table Only in the Camden Park catalogues. More research needed.
Horticultural & Botanical History
No additional data.
History at Camden Park
An uncertain identification. Listed in all published catalogues as ‘Xeres’ [Vines for Table Only no.3/1843]. Called ‘Sherry’ in the 1843 and 1845 catalogues. ‘Xeres’ is not included under this name or under any of its numerous synonyms in the list of grape vine varieties in Maro’s Letters.
Notes
Published Jun 23, 2010 - 11:49 AM | Last updated Jul 21, 2011 - 12:47 PM
| Family | Vitaceae |
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| Category | |
| Region of origin | Probably Spain |
| Synonyms |
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| Common Name | Grape, Table Grape, probably Wine Grape |
| Name in the Camden Park Record |
Xeres
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| Confidence level | low |