{"id":3752,"date":"2019-08-26T11:46:11","date_gmt":"2019-08-26T09:46:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.aziendascollosebastiana.it\/product\/sicilian-table-grape\/"},"modified":"2025-06-07T11:26:16","modified_gmt":"2025-06-07T09:26:16","slug":"sicilian-table-grape","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/www.aziendascollosebastiana.it\/en\/product\/sicilian-table-grape\/","title":{"rendered":"TABLE GRAPES (RED GLOBE)"},"content":{"rendered":"

Origins and Cultivation:<\/strong>
The Red Globe table grape<\/strong> was discovered by the University of California in the 1950s and later introduced in Italy in the 1980s.<\/strong> It is currently the second most widespread table grape variety in Sicily, where we have grown it with passion for generations and harvested it directly from our vineyard for our customers.<\/strong> The Red Globe stands out for its spherical-shaped grapes<\/strong> with a fascinating ruby-red colour<\/strong>, from which its name derives, which in Italian means “Red Globe”<\/strong>. Its high and consistent production makes it a reliable choice for grape lovers.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Characteristics, Appearance and Taste:<\/strong>
The Red Globe grape<\/strong> is a ros\u00e9 variety widely appreciated for its irresistible combination of appearance and flavor.<\/strong> The bunch has a conical-pyramidal shape<\/strong>, giving the Red Globe grape an attractive aesthetic. The fruits have notable resistance both on the plant and during the transportation, storage and marketing phases, making it particularly ideal for online purchasing.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Nutritional Properties and Health Benefits:<\/strong>
The Red Globe grape is not only an aesthetic masterpiece, but also a source of well-being and stands out for its exceptional nutritional properties and the numerous benefits it brings to our health.<\/strong> Its grains, rich in nutrients, contain 14% sugar, giving them a sweet and inviting flavour. The exceptional content of flavonoid and antioxidant<\/strong> substances helps protect the body from free radical damage, promoting cardiovascular health<\/strong> and reducing the risk of degenerative diseases. This variety is also known for its diuretic and laxative properties,<\/strong> promoting the digestive system and intestinal regularity. Regarding vitamins, it contains the main ones: A, B, C and K and is equally rich in mineral salts (phosphorus, calcium, magnesium, potassium, sodium<\/strong>). In addition to this, Red Globe Grapes contain a higher concentration of iron<\/strong> than other varieties and therefore can be useful if integrated into the diet of those suffering from anemia<\/strong>. It also contains fair quantities of carotenoids and folic acid.<\/strong> The presence of tannic acid and phenol<\/strong> helps to combat the herpes simplex virus<\/strong>, adding a further protective element to the list of benefits.<\/p>\n

Versatility in the Cuisine:<\/strong>
The Red Globe grape<\/strong> lends itself to multiple uses in the kitchen, adding a touch of sweetness and freshness to various preparations. Its berries, perfect for eating fresh as a healthy snack<\/strong>, can also enrich mixed salads, desserts and cheese dishes.<\/strong> The versatility of this grape makes it an ideal ingredient for cocktails, jams and sauces<\/strong>, adding a distinctive touch to dishes.<\/p>\n

In summary, the Red Globe grape is not only a pleasure for the palate but an ally for health and culinary creativity.<\/strong> With its juicy berries and balanced nutritional profile<\/strong>, this variety fits perfectly into a healthy and delicious diet.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Storage:<\/strong>
For conservation, we recommend ensuring adequate air circulation for the bunch, keeping the grapes away from ripe fruit and fruit that produce ethylene<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Available from August to September<\/p>\n

ORIGIN: ITALY-SICILY <\/strong>Pedagaggi (Syracuse), Azienda Scollo.<\/p>\n

VARIETY: RED GLOBE<\/strong> <\/p>\n

Since many years, Azienda Scollo has been producing excellent table grapes.<\/strong> Come and visit our farm at the end of September to participate in the grape harvest, you will live unforgettable and unique moments for a Sicilian experience!<\/p>\n

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