Gravenstein Apple
"A culinary delight with a unique taste experience"
The Gravenstein Apple is a sweet and crisp heirloom apple variety known for its rich, complex flavor profile and tender texture
Also known as
Red Gravenstein
Botanical name
Malus domestica
Product Details
PLU Code
3070
4-digit conventional code
Category
Fruits
Apples › Large
Origin
Germany
Temperature
-1 to 4°C (30 to 39°F)
Shelf Life
3-6 months
Status
Approved
About Gravenstein Apple
With a thin skin, its flavors range from sweet to tangy, making it perfect for snacking, baking and cooking
Nutrition Information
Gravenstein apple is a nutrient-rich fruit providing various essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. One medium-sized Gravenstein apple, approximately 150 grams, contains the following nutrient values:
Energy 247 kilojoules
Carbohydrates 25 grams
Dietary fiber 2.4 grams
Sugars 19 grams
Protein 0.3 grams
Fat 0.2 grams
Sodium 0 milligrams
Potassium 154 milligrams
Folate 3.5 micrograms
Vitamin C 10 milligrams
Vitamin K 3.8 micrograms
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for apples in regular air storage (general recommendation; varies by variety). Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.
Temperature
-1 to 4°C (30 to 39°F)
Humidity
90-95%
Packaging
Ventilated packaging, such as fiberboard containers, poly-lined cartons or bags, to maintain humidity and prevent moisture loss.
Shelf Life
3-6 months
Storage Notes: Cool apples rapidly after harvest; the effects of slow cooling become more apparent the longer the fruit are stored. Produces significant ethylene: store apart from ethylene-sensitive produce. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016).
Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 176-194.
Applies to: apples in regular air storage (general recommendation; varies by variety).
Not verified by this source: packaging (retained from earlier enrichment).
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4-digit codes: Conventional produce
93000-94999: Organic form of an assigned 3000-4999 code
83000 series: Future conventional assignments
84000 series: Corresponding future organic assignments
Prefix 8: Has no standalone GMO significance
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