Botanical profile

Vitis 'De Chaunac'

Latin name
Vitis 'De Chaunac'
Common name
Vine 'De Chaunac'
Type
Fruit-bearing climbing plant
Family
Vitaceae

Vitis ‘De Chaunac’, commonly known as the ‘De Chaunac’ grape vine, is a vigorous hybrid grape variety prized for its sustained productivity and good adaptation to cool climates. Its robust climbing habit, equipped with strong tendrils, effectively covers trellises, fences, and pergolas in full sun. It produces medium to large clusters of blue-black grapes with relatively thick skin, containing juicy flesh with moderate acidity, developing aromas of small dark berries, ripe cherry, and sometimes a slight spicy note. Primarily used for winemaking, it yields colored, supple, and fruity red wines, often blended to add roundness and richness. Its dense, dark green deciduous foliage creates an effective screen during the summer season and turns yellow in autumn. Vitis ‘De Chaunac’ is distinguished by its vigor, reliability, and good tolerance to foliar diseases.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 3
Exposure
Sun
Watering
Moderate watering
Fertilization
Spring berry fertilizer. Fertilize monthly or as directed on the bag. Add Myke when planting.
Soil type
Slightly acidic to neutral, well drained
Minimum temperature
'-34°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Spring
Flower color
Green
Fruiting
Bunches of black-blue grapes, thick skin, juicy flesh, aromas of dark fruits and cherry
Foliage color
Green
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Vigorous twining climber
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
2 to 3 m (6 to 10 feet)
Width
3 m (10 feet)
Growth rate
fast
Vegetable garden and yield

Companion planting, spacing and harvest

Fruit tree type
Black grape vine for winemaking
Pet friendly
Safe for pets

Pets

Pollinators
Attracts or supports pollinating insects

Pollinators

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

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