Winesap

[ wahyn-sap ]

/ ˈwaɪnˌsæp /

a red variety of apple that ripens in the autumn.

Origin of Winesap

First recorded in 1790–1800; wine + sap¹

I am successful in storing apples in bulk in a cellar, and find Winesap and Missouri Pippin keep best.

The Apple |Various
Am successful in storing apples for winter in boxes and barrels in cellar; find Missouri Pippin and Winesap keep best.

The Apple |Various
I have stored some in barrels in cellar, and all kept well, Winesap perhaps a little the better.

The Apple |Various
The Yellow Newtown is quite a large apple, and it is superior in quality to the Winesap.

Northern Nut Growers Association Report of the Proceedings at the Second Annual Meeting |Northern Nut Growers Association

I would not recommend the Winesap as a commercial apple, as it is usually small.

The Apple |Various