Native to Irkutsk, Siberia, this variety is very similar to the Purple Prince. Registered in the GNIS catalog.

Also referenced under the following names: Black Prince - Schwarzer Prinz - Prince Noir.

Dark red fruit with green shoulders, from 200 to 400 grams, round shape with a light ribbing at the top. Medium depression at the peduncular attachment. 5 sepals.

Flesh of very dark red-brown color, sweet and rich taste, dark green gel.

Variety well adapted to cool climate, fears too hot and sunny exposures.