Zweigelt
The Zweigelt (German: [ˈt͡svaɪ̯ɡl̩t] ⓘ), also known as Rotburger, is a new Austrian grape created in 1922 by Friedrich Zweigelt (1888–1964), who later became Director of the Federal Institute and Experimental Station of Viticulture, Fruit Production and Horticulture (1938–1945). It comprises a crossing between St. Laurent and Blaufränkisch.
| Zweigelt | |
|---|---|
| Grape (Vitis) | |
Zweigelt grapes with signs of withering | |
| Color of berry skin | Noir |
| Species | Vitis vinifera |
| Also called | Blauer Zweigelt, Rotburger |
| Origin | Klosterneuburg, Austria |
| Original pedigree | St. Laurent & Blaufränkisch |
| Notable regions | Austria |
| VIVC number | 13484 |
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