[Pre-Order] Pione Grape ピオーネ / 500-600g

Pione grapes typically weigh around 15-20 grams per berry, making them larger than Kyoho grapes.

The taste of Pione is characterized by a strong sweetness combined with a refreshing acidity, providing a crisp and delightful flavor.
They have excellent flavor, being juicy with a sugar content of 16 degrees or higher, and they boast a strong sweetness complemented by a well-balanced acidity.
Despite their large size, they are packed with juicy flesh, thanks to their Muscat heritage, which imparts a refreshing aroma and easy-to-eat quality not found in Kyoho grapes.

*We will use Japanese fruit boxes for packaging, considering factors such as damage prevention and hygiene.

The History of Pione Grapes

The history of "Pione" began in 1957 (Showa 32) when it was developed by the researcher Hideo Igawa in Shizuoka, Japan.
Mr. Igawa, who developed numerous grape hybrid varieties during his career, created over 1,100 grape varieties, but "Pione" is renowned as one of the most delicious and large-grain grapes among them.

The Secrets of Grape's Sweetness

Generally, grapes tend to be sweeter towards the shoulder or upper part of the bunch.
Therefore, when you start eating from the lower part and move upwards, you'll notice that the sweetness gradually intensifies, making it more enjoyable to eat.
Grapes ripen from the top of the cluster down, so the upper part typically has higher sugar content and is sweeter compared to the lower part.

How to Store Grapes?

 

Grapes are a fruit that doesn't have a long shelf life, so it's wise to consume them as soon as possible.

The best way to store grapes is in the refrigerator.
The white powder (bloom) on the skin of grapes serves to maintain their freshness, so it's advisable not to wash it off until just before eating.

If you want to extend their shelf life even slightly, you can use scissors to cut them individually and place them in a storage bag or an airtight container in the refrigerator. You can also freeze them in this state.
When you're ready to eat, simply take out the portion you need and give them a quick rinse with water before enjoying.

When cutting the grapes from the stem, it's better to use scissors rather than pulling them off by hand.
Pulling them off by hand can create holes where the stem was attached, causing the juice to leak out and accelerate spoilage.