Winesap Apple
"Tartness in every bite"
A heritage apple variety known for its sweet-tart flavor and crisp texture, prized by chefs and home cooks alike.
Also known as
Winesap, Virginia Winesap, Wine Sap
Botanical name
Malus domestica
Product Details
PLU Code
4190
4-digit conventional code
Category
Fruits
Apples › Small
Origin
USA (originated in Virginia)
Temperature
-1 to 4°C (30 to 39°F)
Shelf Life
3-6 months
Status
Approved
About Winesap Apple
Winesap Apples are great for baking, cooking and making ciders. They have a long shelf life and are harvested between October and December.
Nutrition Information
The nutrition facts for Winesap Apple are
One medium-sized apple weighing 150 grams
Energy 53 kilocalories
Protein 0.3 grams
Fat 0.2 grams
Carbohydrate 13.8 grams
Fiber 2.4 grams
Sugar 9.5 grams
Vitamin A 0 micrograms
Vitamin C 10 milligrams
Vitamin K 4.4 micrograms
Folate 3 micrograms
Potassium 154 milligrams
Sodium 0 milligrams
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 containers or bags to maintain air circulation and prevent moisture accumulation
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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