How to Grow Dijon Clone 95
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Dijon Clone 95
Vitis vinifera
vineDijon Clone 95 is a premium wine grape clone originating from Burgundy, France, known for producing elegant, complex wines with concentrated flavors and good acidity. This clone is particularly prized for Pinot Noir production, though it can be used for other varietals. It is a low-vigor clone that requires careful management to achieve optimal fruit quality.
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Plant Dijon Clone 95
Around Apr 17Near Pittsburgh's average last spring frost.
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Tend & protect
Late spring–summerWatering, feeding, and pest-watch reminders.
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Harvest Dijon Clone 95
Around Sep 14≈ 150 days after planting
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Growing Conditions
Soil
Growing Zones
Find your zone →Thrives in zones 7-9; most successful in cooler regions within this range
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Bud Break to Shoot Growth
3-4 weeksBuds swell and green shoots emerge; new leaves unfold rapidly in spring
Provide frost protection if late freezes threaten. Begin trellising support. Monitor for powdery mildew.
Vegetative Growth
6-8 weeksRapid canopy development with vigorous shoot and leaf growth; flowering occurs late in this stage
Manage vigor with careful pruning and canopy control. This is a low-vigor clone; avoid over-watering. Maintain adequate leaf coverage for sun exposure to fruit.
Flowering & Fruit Set
3-4 weeksSmall green flowers bloom; successful pollination leads to berry set and development of small green berries
Avoid excessive vine vigor that inhibits flowering. Monitor for disease. Light irrigation only if drought stressed.
Veraison & Ripening
4-6 weeksBerries change color (red for Pinot Noir), soften, and accumulate sugars; skins thicken and develop rich color
Reduce water to concentrate flavors and phenolics. Adjust canopy for optimal sun exposure. Scout for mildew and pests. Taste berries regularly to monitor ripeness.
Harvest
1-2 weeksFully ripe grapes at optimal sugar, acid, and phenolic maturity ready for picking
Harvest by hand for premium quality. Pick in early morning when berries are cool. Test Brix (sugar), pH, and titratable acidity before harvest.
Companion Planting
Plan your garden →Plant with:
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Common Pests
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Sulfur dust or spray; ensure good air circulation; remove infected leaves. Preventative sulfur sprays starting early season.
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Copper fungicides; maintain dry foliage; prune for canopy airflow. Fixed copper or Bordeaux mixture.
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Hand-pick early morning; use pheromone traps away from vines. Neem oil or insecticidal soap if severe.
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Use phylloxera-resistant rootstocks (own-rooted vines are vulnerable). Most vineyard Dijon clones are grafted.
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Overhead irrigation to increase humidity; miticides if population severe. Sulfur spray can help.
Uses
Premium Wine Production
CulinaryDijon Clone 95 is world-renowned for producing elegant, age-worthy Pinot Noir wines with complexity, concentration, and refined tannins. It is also used for Chardonnay and other premium wine varietals. [source]
Vineyard Viticulture
HouseholdThis clone is a benchmark for quality-focused vineyard operations and is used in both Old World and New World wine regions to achieve consistent, premium-quality fruit. [source]
Wildlife Habitat
WildlifeVineyard trellises provide structure and cover for beneficial insects and pollinators, supporting ecosystem health in agricultural landscapes. [source]
Small-Batch & Home Winemaking
CraftSerious home winemakers use Dijon Clone 95 to produce small batches of distinctive, high-quality wine that rivals commercial bottlings. [source]
Resveratrol & Polyphenol Content
MedicinalDijon Clone 95 grapes and resulting wines contain high levels of resveratrol and other polyphenolic compounds with antioxidant properties. [source]
This is not medical advice. LizPlants is not a medical resource. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before using plants medicinally.
Harvest Tips
Harvest in early morning when berries are cool and sugar is highest. Use refractometer to confirm Brix (typically 23-25° for premium wine). Hand-pick to avoid crushing berries. Check pH and titratable acidity (TA around 0.6-0.8% for Pinot). Harvest when Brix, color, and seed maturity align for desired wine style.
Fun Facts
- 🌱 Dijon Clone 95 is named after the Dijon region in Burgundy, France, where it was selected and propagated from heritage Pinot Noir vineyards; it represents centuries of natural selection for premium wine quality.
- 🌱 This low-vigor clone naturally produces smaller yields, which concentrates flavors and is favored by quality-focused winemakers; some vintners deliberately select it over higher-yielding clones.
- 🌱 Dijon Clone 95 has gained international recognition and is now planted in premium wine regions worldwide, including California's Willamette Valley, Santa Barbara County, and renowned estates in Oregon and Washington.
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