Clonal propagation and cryogenic storage of virus-free grapevine (Vitis vinifera L.) via meristem culture

A protocol for production of virus-free Vitis vinifera using meristem culture was developed. Meristems (0.1-0.2 mm) of V. vinifera infected with grapevine fanleaf virus and grape leafroll associated viruses were excised from 1-yearold growing vines.