Kortlendas (Cortland)
Seasonality: Winter
Cortland – a variety developed in the United States (New York State) in 1898 by crossing ‘McIntosh’ and ‘Ben Davis’, and named in honor of Cortland County, New York. It inherited the best flavor qualities of ‘McIntosh’ while producing larger fruits and offering better storage ability. Worldwide, this variety is especially valued by chefs because the flesh of a cut apple browns (oxidizes) very slowly.
Appearance: Fruits are medium-sized to large, slightly flattened, and regular in shape. The skin is thin but firm, smooth, yellowish-green, and almost entirely covered with a bright purplish-red blush with a bluish waxy bloom.
Flavor: The flesh is snow-white, very tender, juicy, and soft. The flavor is excellent, dessert-quality, sweet-tart, with a pleasant aroma. Due to its resistance to browning, it is an ideal choice for fruit salads and desserts.
Tree characteristics: The variety is very winter-hardy and produces abundant, regular crops. Although it is susceptible to powdery mildew and apple scab, it remains popular due to the high quality of its fruit. Under suitable conditions, the fruits can be stored until January or February.
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