MUSCAT D'ALEXANDRIE

Cultivar Summary

Muscat d'Alexandrie is a multi-purpose cultivar suitable for table grapes, dried grapes, and natural wine. It is known for its distinct Muscat flavour profile in wines.

Key Production Metrics (South Africa)

5178 ha

Planted Area

(5.97% of total)

6-9 kg

Per Vine Yield

444 g

Avg. Bunch Mass

Late Ripening

11-20 March

Available Plant Material

Wine Grape Clones (Round Berry)

HP 135

• Origin: KWV/Cillie
• Production: Above-average
• Berry: Round
• Wine: Muscat

HP 297

• Origin: VSA (USA)
• Production: Above-average
• Berry: Round
• Wine: Muscat

HP 1170

• Origin: KWV/Hugo
• Production: Above-average
• Berry: Round
• Wine: Muscat

Dual-Purpose Clones (Long Berry)

HP 1

• Origin: NIWW/Middelrus
• Production: Average
• Berry: Long
• Wine: Muscat

HP 4

• Origin: NIWW/Middelrus
• Production: Average
• Berry: Long
• Wine: Muscat

HP 28

• Origin: Kapel
• Production: Above-average
• Berry: Long
• Wine: Muscat

HP 326

• Origin: KWV/Middelrus
• Production: Above-average
• Berry: Long
• Wine: Muscat

HP 982

• Origin: KWV/Both
• Production: Average
• Berry: Long
• Wine: Muscat

HP 983

• Origin: KWV/Both
• Production: Average
• Berry: Long
• Wine: Muscat

*Production data measured at Grondves, Stellenbosch, on a four-wire trellising system with supplementary irrigation. Planting density is 2222 vines/ha. 8)

Paulsen 1103

Pinotage

Vititec Sauvignon blanc clones

Grachen

SA Vitis Varietal list July 2025

Exciting New ENTAV-INRA Clones Enhance South Africa’s Wine Industry

Since concluding an import contract with ENTAV in 2006, Vititec has made significant strides in enriching South Africa’s viticulture landscape, importing 33 new cultivars and 90 new clones from France. The latest batch, received from plant quarantine in July 2025, introduces a selection of high-performing and disease-resistant clones poised to elevate local wine production. 

Voltis

 Latest Imports: 

The July 2025 imports include a range of cultivars and clones tailored to meet diverse production and quality needs: 

    • Chardonnay 132: High-yielding, ideal for sparkling wine production. 

    • Chardonnay 1067: Moderate yield with exceptional wine quality. 

    • Chenin Blanc 416: High yielding, producing wines true to the cultivar’s character. 

    • Sauvignon Blanc 107 & 160: Both high yielding, delivering wines representative of the cultivar. 

    • Voltis 1266: A disease-resistant cultivar, offering resilience against fungal diseases. 

    • 101-14 Mgt 759: A promising addition for rootstock purposes. 

The imports of Chardonnay 132, Chenin Blanc 416, and Sauvignon Blanc 107 and 160 aim to release high-production clones into the market, boosting yields for local growers. Meanwhile, Chardonnay 1067 and Voltis 1266 are re-imports of selections that previously did not survive quarantine. 

 Expanding the Vineyard: Mother and Foundation Blocks 

Of the ENTAV imports, 73 new clones have already been planted in Mother or Foundation blocks, ensuring the availability of certified, high-quality planting material for South African producers. The 20 most widely planted ENTAV clones in these blocks are detailed in the accompanying table