Short compact determinate plants produce 5-6 ounce bright red elongated fruits which are firm and meaty with thin skins and few seeds. This variety also has a higher sugar content than others.
 
Because this is a determinate plant, fruits will ripen mostly about the same time - towards the end of summer - making them the perfect candidate for sauce, paste and salsa.

The second picture above was sent to me by my customer and friend Janine H. - all from her 2023 garden!

HISTORY: Italian heirloom.