Grapes

Grapes are versatile fruits used in a wide range of popular foods from raisins to jelly to wine. Grape production and wine making originated in Asia (Armenia, Azerbaijan, and Iran). In those regions, small-berry varieties were available and were produced 4000-5000 years before Christ. Nowadays, grapes are produced at about 8 million ha, with 70% being processed in Europe.They are also packed with nutrients and antioxidants,and have high amounts of the phytonutrient resveratrol, which is good for the heart.

The fruit of the grape contains important and valuable nutrients. Its vitamin — B1, B2, B6, and folic acid contents are remarkable. As far as minerals are concerned, the level of potassium, calcium, magnesium, and microelements is substantial. Both the fruit flesh and the skin of red grapes contain high amounts of flavonoids, such as anthocyanosides, flavonols, and tannins, responsible for the red color of the berries. In contrast to the world grapes consumption trend, only a small proportion of the grape is processed. There are two main groups of grape varieties: white and red. Its crop requires long, warm, dry summers and cool winters for the best development, the required temperature is 15 to 42 centigrade. The grape plant can be grown twice; in January and February and likewise in March and April.