Court of Wick

Court of Wick is a traditional West Country cider apple producing a bittersweet juice with good body, tannin structure, and depth of flavour.

It is valued for contributing richness and balance in blended and single-variety ciders.

Features

• Bittersweet cider apple
• Produces rich, full-bodied juice
• Good tannin structure with balanced acidity
• Suitable for traditional cider making and blending
• Vigorous, spreading growth habit
• Reliable cropping once established
• Classic West Country cider variety

Origins / Notes

A traditional cider apple associated with the West Country, long grown in Somerset and surrounding cider-producing regions. It is closely linked to old orchard plantings and historic cider production systems, though detailed breeding records are limited.

Disease Resistance

Generally regarded as a hardy traditional cider variety with good orchard resilience under typical West Country growing conditions.

Pollination Season

Mid-season

Harvesting Season

Late season, typically October.

Storage

Best used within a few weeks of harvest. Ideal pressing window is soon after picking to retain tannin balance and full cider character.

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