Campbell Early

Campbell Early
Grape (Vitis)
packaged berry clusters
Color of berry skinNoir
SpeciesVitis × labruscana
Also calledEarly Campbell, Campbell's Early, Island Belle, Boscoso
OriginDelaware, Ohio
Pedigree parent 1Moore Early
Pedigree parent 2Black Muscat × Belvidere
Notable regionsEastern U. S., South Korea, Japan
Hazardsfruit blight (Phomopsis), Pseudocercospora leaf spot
BreederGeorge W. Campbell
Year of crossing1890
Year of selection1892
Formation of seedsComplete
VIVC number2029

Campbell Early is a hybrid table grape cultivar (Vitis × labruscana). It is also known by several other names, including Boscoso, Island Belle, Campbell's Early, and Early Campbell. Its fruits are prized for their attractive appearance and sweetness. It is the main variety for the production of table grapes in South Korea, accounting for over 70 % in 2009. In Japan, the berries are mainly used for juicing and wine. It used to be a highly recommended standard variety for the New York market.