Modern fresh produce programs need more than good-looking grapes. Importers, retailers and growers are looking for stable supply, strong eating quality, better shelf life and responsible farming.
This is exactly where Pearl™ seedless grapes from Grape Evolution come in. Built on years of research, field evaluation and agronomy, the Pearl line is designed for real-world commercial performance from early to late season.
The Story Behind Pearl™ Grapes
For more than a decade, Grape Evolution has been working closely with a leading grape breeding program and a network of evaluation vineyards in different climate zones.
Across Egypt, Italy and Greece, a large number of new selections are tested each year, with a clear focus on three pillars:
- Flavor and texture – crunchy bite, balanced sweetness and pleasant aromatics
- Commercial reliability – yield, color, bunch structure and post-harvest behavior
- Sustainability – reduced water use and better performance in challenging conditions
From this work, a family of five standout seedless varieties emerged: Early Pearl, Desert Pearl, Exotic Pearl, Mountain Pearl and Late Pearl.
Meet the Pearl™ Family
Early Pearl – The Earliest Black Seedless
Early Pearl is the first Pearl variety of the season.
- Varietal denomination: VARO 214
- Color: Black
- Taste: Fruity and sweet
- Texture: Medium firm
- Berry size: 18–22 mm
- Key advantage: Reliable performance in rain and humidity, with around 30% less water requirement than standard benchmarks
Early Pearl gives a clear advantage at the start of the season: a true black seedless grape with attractive flavor and robust field behavior.
Desert Pearl – Early White with Aromatic Highlight
Desert Pearl brings a premium eating experience among early and mid-season white grapes.
- Varietal denomination: VARO 228
- Color: Milky green
- Taste: Sweet, aromatic and crunchy
- Berry size: 18–22 mm, naturally large
- Bunch size: 500–800 g conical bunches
- Labor: Low, with no thinning required
- Water: About 30% less irrigation compared with traditional standards
Growers value Desert Pearl for its natural berry size, strong crunch and reduced labor needs.
Exotic Pearl – Tropical Triploid Specialty
Exotic Pearl is created for premium and specialty programs.
- Varietal denomination: VARO 233
- Type: Triploid specialty
- Color: Bright red
- Taste: Lychee–mango tropical flavor with sweetness and aroma
- Berry size: 19–24 mm
- Bunch size: 500–700 g
With its distinct tropical profile, Exotic Pearl stands out on any retail shelf and supports higher-value lines.
Mountain Pearl – High-Resistance Red
Mountain Pearl is designed to protect programs against weather risk.
- Varietal denomination: VARO 207
- Color: Full red to dark red
- Taste: Fruity and sweet
- Texture: Crispy
- Berry size: 18–22 mm
- Productivity: 30–40 tons/ha
- Water: Around 40% less water than many late red references
Growers and buyers appreciate Mountain Pearl for its excellent behavior under rain and humidity and its reliable color and texture on arrival.
Late Pearl – The Latest White Pearl in the Season
Late Pearl completes the Pearl calendar.
- Varietal denomination: VARO 308
- Color: Milky white
- Taste: Fruity, aromatic
- Texture: Very crispy and crunchy
- Berry size: 18–23 mm
- Labor: No sizing, no thinning
- Water: Around 40% less water compared with classic late white references
Late Pearl is a true workhorse for late programs: low labor, high fertility and strong resistance to rain and cracking, designed to replace traditional late white grapes.
Benefits for Growers, Importers and Retailers
For growers
- Clear pruning and farming protocols
- High fertility and strong bunch structure
- Water-wise performance in challenging climates
- Better behavior under rain and humidity, reducing losses
For importers and retailers
- Strong crunch and flavor across the whole line
- Reliable color and berry size for attractive displays
- Improved shelf life and reduced waste
- Ability to build branded Pearl™ programs from early to late season
Building the Future of Seedless Grapes
Pearl™ grapes are not just new names in a catalog. They represent a complete approach: genetics, evaluation, agronomy and supply working together to support more stable, profitable and sustainable grape programs.
If you are planning your next table grape program and want varieties that combine premium eating quality with practical advantages, Pearl™ may be the right solution. Grape Evolution can provide technical specifications, support field trials and help design tailored Pearl™ programs for your region.
