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Hi all, after much back and forth, I placed an order for a few grapevines which should arrive to my door here in CT sometime next week. My question is, I'm trying to avoid the use of pesticides/fungicides as much as possible, wondering whether having a small single row of grapevines (10 or so)...

Hi all, winter is hanging on for dear life here in central Connecticut and its time to start getting serious about spring plantings here. Been doing significant research and have narrowed my grape selections down to these potentials. Looking to see if anyone can share insight and help me pick...

Understood, but the link provided by Mud on the Cornell University website says this: "Cabernet Sauvignon is one of the most cold hardy and disease resistant V. vinifera varieties. Although late ripening, satisfactory levels of sugar in most New York production areas are usually attained...

Would attempting to grow Cabernet Sauvignon be an exercise in futility?

Hi, thanks for all the suggestions. There's certainly a lot of options out there. My fiance is a big fan of Cabernet Sauvignon, but I'm thinking it probably will not handle the winters here in Connecticut. Is there a wine with the tannic flavor of Cabernet that can handle the winters of CT?

Hi, I'm looking for specific suggestions for grape vines to grow in Connecticut, zone 6A. Ideally looking to grow a few different types while I hone in on my skills using kits these next few years. I have looked into local vineyards and what they are growing (some are more open about that...

Too funny... another hello from another Joe from CT! Joined the forum this evening. Will save any questions until I can get a bit more info under my belt. I'm in Southington, CT.