Trees planted several years ago in The Dalles have cropped the last two years. Harvest period is one week after Bing. The color is black with a beautiful luster making a nice pack. The flavor is acidic to moderately sweet. It appears that the fruit is more acidic in the cooler conditions of Canada and sweeter in warmer, sunnier locations.
Stems are long and thick.
The blossom end can develop a slight dimple. There is indication that this small dimple alone can be sufficient to treat affected cherries as sort-outs by USDA inspectors. Sonata is moderately tolerant to rain cracking. Self-fertile, no pollinizer is needed. Blooms late and may serve as pollinizer for Regina.