Winesap
"Tart and tangy, yet sweet and crunchy."
A classic heirloom apple variety known for its sweet-tart flavor and firm texture, with bright red skin and crisp white flesh.
Also known as
Winesap Apple, Jersey Wine Sap
Botanical name
Malus domestica
Product Details
PLU Code
4192
4-digit conventional code
Category
Fruits
Apples › Large
Origin
United States, specifically in the northeastern region.
Temperature
-1 to 4°C (30 to 39°F)
Shelf Life
3-6 months
Status
Approved
About Winesap
Winesap apples are harvested in the fall and can be stored for several months, making them a popular choice for baking, cooking, and enjoying fresh.
Nutrition Information
Winesap is a variety of apple, and according to data, here are its nutrition facts per 100 grams of serving:
Energy 52 kcal
Carbohydrates 13.8 grams
Fiber 2.4 grams
Sugar 9.5 grams
Protein 0.3 grams
Fat 0.2 grams
Sodium 0 milligrams
Potassium 107 milligrams
Vitamin A 54 IU
Vitamin C 4.6 milligrams
Vitamin K 4.6 micrograms
Folate 3 micrograms
Manganese 0.07 milligrams
Copper 0.04 milligrams
Phosphorus 6 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
Breathable containers with dividers to prevent bruising
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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