The crisp purity of a new seedless experience

Pristine®, also known as Blanc Seedless or Sweeta®, is a white seedless grape variety born from more than twenty years of research and hundreds of thousands of crosses developed by Anton Caratan. An early-season grape, it stands out for its extraordinary crunchiness and exceptionally long shelf life—features ideally suited to modern retail. On the palate, it delivers a unique profile: the tasting opens with delicate sweet notes of vanilla and finishes with a fresh, lively hint of Granny Smith apple. Grown exclusively by us as a partner of Polar Fresh Group, Pristine is now present in the USA, Chile, Spain, Italy, Australia, and Peru, with the goal of creating a premium category of specialty grapes available for much of the year to consumers worldwide.

Production Calendar Pristine

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Technical Sheet and Features

From aesthetic characteristics such as color, shape, and cluster size, to organoleptic properties like taste, texture, and aroma: explore all the features of this product.

Berry ColorUniform greenish-white color with bright highlights, typical of high-quality white seedless grapes, suggesting freshness and premium commercial appeal.

Greenhouse RipeningProduction of Pristine varies by country and growing conditions; there are no specific sources indicating greenhouse cultivation as standard practice. However, the variety is adaptable to different cultivation techniques depending on climate and available technologies in producing countries.

Field RipeningPristine is mainly grown in open fields, with harvesting during local production seasons (e.g., August–November in California; February–May in South America).

BerryOval-elongated berries, medium to large in size; crisp and juicy texture with thin skin and firm flesh.

FlavorA unique aromatic profile with sweet, aromatic notes: it opens with a sweetness reminiscent of light vanilla and finishes with a refreshing, slightly tart note similar to Granny Smith apple or green-ripe fruit.

ClusterWell-structured bunches, medium to large in size, with uniform berries and good compactness, facilitating harvesting and presentation in the retail and wholesale markets.

Sugar LevelOptimal at 18–20° Brix, ensuring a harmonious balance between sweetness and acidity.

Cultivation TechniquePristine is the result of more than 20 years of crossbreeding and selection (over 200,000 combinations), chosen for yield, adaptability, and fruit quality. It is cultivated using modern, intensive viticulture techniques to achieve high performance in terms of quality and product shelf life.

Transport ResistanceThe variety is known for excellent post-harvest resistance, maintaining integrity, freshness, and quality during long-distance transport and distribution, supported by modern packaging technologies and supply-chain control.

Suitable forPremium markets and discerning consumers seeking seedless white grapes with excellent flavor, crunchy texture, and extended shelf life. Ideal for both fresh sales and international distribution.

Storage MethodThanks to the firm berry texture and excellent post-harvest quality, Pristine can maintain freshness and crunchiness for several weeks under refrigeration, typically up to 4–6 weeks when properly managed within cold-chain logistics (similarly to other high shelf-life varieties).

Territorial FeaturesPristine is successfully grown in areas with hot, dry summers such as Sicily, California, Chile, and Peru, where it develops optimal flavor, sugar levels, and texture suitable for fresh consumption and export.

Overall RatingPristine (Blanc Seedless / Sweeta®) is considered one of the most interesting white seedless grape varieties on the international market.

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