When we understand the risks to a crop, we can modify the species to protect them from specific threats.
We've developed a number of new grape varieties better suited to Australian growing conditions, with good productivity and desired wine aroma and flavour characteristics. CSIRO welcomes enquiries about any of the varieties.
Cienna is a wine grape variety developed by CSIRO. Grown primarily in warmer regions of Southern Australia, Cienna produces a light, deep red wine that tastes of summer berries.
Mystique is a wine grape variety developed by CSIRO to better suit Australian growing conditions. The variety delivers good productivity and produces wine with excellent colour, flavour and aroma.
Rubienne is a wine grape variety developed by CSIRO as a suitable grape for the warmer Australian conditions. The deep coloured Rubienne produces a full bodied wine, boasting plum and cherry aromas.
Taminga is a wine grape variety developed by CSIRO as a suitable grape for the warmer Australian conditions. The white berries of the Taminga produce a high quality botrytised sweet wine, and are also ideal for blending.
Tarrango is a wine grape variety developed by CSIRO, and produces a refreshing light-bodied red wine that is best served slightly chilled.
Tyrian is a wine grape variety developed by CSIRO, producing a deep-red coloured wine with a full-bodied palate, berry fragrance and spicy fruit flavour.