Xiaoxian Grapes

Xiaoxian Grapes

Xiaoxian Grapes are a protected geographical indication product.

Xiaoxian Grapes are a certified geographical indication trademark.

　　A famous specialty of Anhui. The production of grapes in Xiaoxian has a history of over 1,000 years. "Xiaoxian Grapes" comprise about 100 varieties, with the "Muscat" grape being the best. Its fruit is round and plump, purple with a red tint, resembling coral or agate, and features large clusters, full grains, crisp flesh, juicy texture, sweet taste, fragrant aroma, and leaves the mouth feeling fresh after eating. The "White Feather" grape is like crystal-clear jade, with tightly packed berries, thin skin, abundant juice, and a refreshing, fragrant flavor. "Xiaoxian Grapes" are highly nutritious, typically containing 18–25% sugar, as well as vitamins A1, B1, B2, carotene, and more than 10 types of amino acids. They also have medicinal value, benefiting the tendons and bones and treating fistula and paralysis. Tannins and tartaric acid can be extracted from the grape skins and used for sedation and food preservation. The vines and leaves of the "Muscat" grape can be made into injections to treat sciatica and trigeminal neuralgia. One-third of "Xiaoxian Grapes" are supplied to the market, while two-thirds are used for canning and winemaking. The production of wine has a history of over 50 years. The wine is clear and transparent, soft and pleasant on the palate, with a long-lasting aftertaste and a rich grape aroma along with the mellow fragrance of aged wine. In 1984, the "Double Happiness" brand white wine won a silver award for national quality products, and the "Double Happiness" brand red wine was rated as an excellent product by the Ministry of Light Industry. These products sell well both domestically and abroad.

　　Xiaoxian Grapes, a famous specialty of Anhui. With a history of over 1,000 years, Xiaoxian Grapes were already recorded in the 1540 "Xiaoxian Annals · Products Chapter" during the Ming Dynasty's Jiajing era. Xiaoxian in Anhui is one of the four major grape production bases in China.

　　Product Varieties

　　Xiaoxian Grapes come in a wide range of varieties, numbering about 100, among which the "Muscat" grape is the best. This grape is round and plump, purple with a red tint, resembling coral or agate, and offers advantages such as large clusters, full grains, fleshy berries, juicy texture, sweet taste, transparency, fragrant aroma, and a mouth-watering aftertaste. Next, the "White Feather" grape also has a unique flavor. It resembles crystal-clear white jade, is crystal-transparent, with tightly packed berries, thin skin, abundant juice, and a flavor that is both sour and sweet, refreshing and fragrant. In addition, other varieties such as Golden Queen, Longan, Black Hamburg, Carignan, and Beichun are also quite popular.

　　Product Value

　　In addition to being eaten fresh, Xiaoxian Grapes are widely used for winemaking and processed into canned products. At the same time, Xiaoxian Grapes also have medicinal value, strengthening the tendons and bones and treating fistula and paralysis. Tannins and tartaric acid extracted from the grapes can be used for sedation and food preservation.

　　"Xiaoxian Grapes" are highly nutritious, typically containing 18–25% sugar, as well as vitamins A1, B1, B2, carotene, and more than 10 types of amino acids. They also have medicinal value, benefiting the tendons and bones and treating fistula and paralysis. Tannins and tartaric acid can be extracted from the grape skins and used for sedation and food preservation. The vines and leaves of the "Muscat" grape can be made into injections to treat sciatica and trigeminal neuralgia. One-third of "Xiaoxian Grapes" are supplied to the market, while two-thirds are used for canning and winemaking.