{"product_id":"wijnstok-bronner-op-onderstam-5bb-piwi-resistent","title":"Bronner vine on rootstock 5BB (Piwi - resistant)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"249\" data-end=\"274\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeneral information\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Bronner is a white, mold-resistant grape variety developed at the Freiburg Wine Institute. The variety is a cross of Merzling × Gm 6494 (Zarya Severa × St. Laurent), and is also known by the synonym FR 177-68. The leaves are large, five-lobed, and dark green, with noticeably little pubescence. Compared to Pinot Blanc, bud formation, flowering, and ripening begin about a week later.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"693\" data-end=\"704\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eGrape\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e The grape's style is largely similar to Pinot Blanc (Weissburgunder) or Johanniter. Bronner produces medium-sized, golden-yellow grapes with a neutral aroma and balanced acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"904\" data-end=\"919\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eResistance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"922\" data-end=\"961\"\u003e Peronospora (downy mildew): +++\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"922\" data-end=\"961\"\u003e Oidium (powdery mildew): +++\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1001\" data-end=\"1067\"\u003e Under normal circumstances, chemical treatments are not necessary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1069\" data-end=\"1079\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWine\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Bronner's wine is fresh and neutral in character, with a light apple note in the bouquet. At full maturity, the wines have good structure, comparable to Pinot Blanc. Bronner is well-suited for dry white wines or blends with other mild grape varieties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1367\" data-end=\"1384\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCultivation advice\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Bronner's frost resistance is excellent, making it suitable for northern or higher-elevation vineyards. Its site requirements are similar to those of Burgundy varieties, with a clear preference for a good and regular water supply.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1669\" data-end=\"1697\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePreparing the vine\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Bronner grows vigorously and manageably, with few double shoots. The plant produces a stable yield and requires little crop protection, making it suitable for organic or low-maintenance plantings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1911\" data-end=\"1935\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eGround preparation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1938\" data-end=\"1982\"\u003e On calcareous soil: improve with lava grit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1938\" data-end=\"1982\"\u003e On sandy soil: improve with bentonite and lava flour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2035\" data-end=\"2051\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePlanting out\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Soak your vine in a bucket of water for 24 hours. This allows it to soak up some water before planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2158\" data-end=\"2355\"\u003e Plant between May 1st and 15th. Use a soil auger or spade to dig a planting hole 10 cm in diameter and 30 cm deep. Insert the graft just above the ground, so that the vine protrudes 5 to 10 cm above the ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2357\" data-end=\"2375\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePlanting distance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"2378\" data-end=\"2398\"\u003e In line: 1 meter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"2378\" data-end=\"2398\"\u003e Between rows: 1.5 to 1.8 meters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Plukkers.com","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49690172227910,"sku":"bronner-1","price":5.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/3924\/7942\/files\/Bronner_e31c7b3c-926c-4f8b-a273-e8df11f2129e.jpg?v=1752244217","url":"https:\/\/plukkers.com\/en\/products\/wijnstok-bronner-op-onderstam-5bb-piwi-resistent","provider":"PLUKKERS","version":"1.0","type":"link"}