Valiant Grape (Vitis riparia x Vitis labrusca 'Valiant')

Valiant is one of the most cold hardy grape cultivars, it can be easy handle -40C.  It has dark blue medium sized grapes with seeds, and they ripen early. Excellent for grape juice or wine.  Developed at South Dakota State University, 'Valiant' is a cross between the native Vitis riparia and the more common Vitis labrusca, combining excellent cold hardiness with good fruit quality. 

Can reach 15-20 feet, best grown in full sun. Moderately resistant to common grape diseases, such as powdery mildew and downy mildew.

Cold Hardiness Zone: 2/3