Severny

Severny is a red grape variety resulting from an interspecific cross between Seyanets Malengra and Amurensis, created in 1936 by breeders Ya. I. Potapenko and E. Zakharova in Russia. This hardy variety, known for its frost resistance, has been used in the creation of several other varieties such as Blütenmuskateller, Cabernet Severny, and Saperavi Severny. Severny is a fast-growing, early-ripening variety, and is grown primarily in Russia, as well as in limited regions of Canada and the United States, including New York's Finger Lakes.

Severny wines are known for their deep color and intense fruity aromas. The wines tend to have a good balance of acidity, with a rich, full-bodied taste. The variety’s unique characteristics include its resilience to harsh climates and its ability to produce wines that are robust yet well-structured.

Originally bred in Russia, Severny is widely grown across the country and has also found success in colder climates such as Nova Scotia, Canada, and the Finger Lakes region of New York. It thrives in regions with cold winters due to its remarkable frost resistance. Severny is typically cultivated alongside other hermaphroditic varieties for fertilization purposes.

Severny is one of the most frost-resistant grape varieties in the world, making it a valuable asset for regions with harsh winters.

In fact, it has contributed to the creation of several other noteworthy varieties, including the popular Saperavi Severny and Cabernet Severny.