The red grape variety (breeding number 17-92) is a new variety between Blauer Limberger (Blaufränkisch) x Dornfelder according to DNA analyses carried out in 2013. The parentage Dornfelder x Cabernet Sauvignon given in the breeding list turned out to be incorrect. The cross was made in 1971 by Helmut Schleip and Bernd H. E. Hill at the Staatliche Lehr- und Versuchsanstalt für Wein- und Obstbau in Weinsberg (Württemberg). Plant variety protection was granted in 2003. The new Cabernet Dorio variety also originated from the same parents.

The medium-maturing, frost-hardy vine is very susceptible to downy mildew. It produces fruity, tannic red wines.
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