Organic
Winesap Apples
"A classic American heirloom variety, bursting with flavor and history."
A sweet and tangy heirloom apple variety, known for its crunchy texture and juice-filled flesh.
Also known as
Hudson's Golden Gem, Green Summer, Royal Red
Botanical name
Malus domestica
Product Details
PLU Code
94191
5-digit code
Category
Fruits
Apples › Large
Origin
New Jersey, USA
Temperature
-1 to 4°C (30 to 39°F)
Shelf Life
3-6 months
Status
Approved
About Winesap Apples
The Winesap apple is an old variety, originating in New Jersey in the 1800s. It's a cross between the 'Roxbury Russet' and the 'Esopus Spitzenburg' and is often described as having an intense sweet flavor profile with a hint of berry notes.
Nutrition Information
Winesap Apples are a nutrient-rich fruit that provides numerous health benefits due to their richness in antioxidants fiber and various essential vitamins and minerals. Here are the nutrition facts for Winesap Apples per 100 grams of serving
Energy 52 kcal
Carbohydrates 13.8 grams
Fiber 2.4 grams
Sugars 9.5 grams
Protein 0.3 grams
Total fat 0.2 grams
Sodium 0 milligrams
Potassium 154 milligrams
Vitamin C 4.6 milligrams
Vitamin K 4.4 micrograms
Folate 3.5 micrograms
Manganese 0.1 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 bags or boxes to maintain humidity 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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