'Tophit' is a plum variety developed at the University of Geisenheim in Germany from a cross between ‘Čačak’s Beste’ and ‘President’. The tree displays medium-strong to vigorous growth and is well suited to a wide range of cultivation systems. An important advantage of the variety is its tolerance to Plum Pox Virus (Sharka), contributing to healthy and reliable orchard performance.

The variety flowers in the medium-early season and is only partially self-fertile. Its blossoms show good resistance to rainy weather during flowering, while suitable pollinisers include varieties such as ‘Jojo’ and ‘C. Schöne’. Fruits ripen from mid to late September, shortly after ‘President’, providing an attractive harvest window for growers.

Tophit produces very large, egg-shaped fruits with an appealing deep-blue skin colour and an average fruit weight of 50 to 65 grams. The fruit offers excellent eating quality, featuring a pleasantly tart skin and a medium-firm bite. The yellow flesh is firm, juicy, and finely textured with a homogeneous grain, while the stone separates well from the flesh.

The flavour profile is particularly distinctive and well balanced. Acidity plays a prominent role and is complemented by a harmonious sweetness that creates a refined taste experience. On the nose, aromas of thyme, camomile, and apple pomace are present, while the palate reveals notes of apple cider, liquorice, thyme, and prunes, giving the fruit remarkable complexity and character.

Tophit is known for its early-bearing habit as well as its high and regular yields. To ensure optimum fruit size and consistent quality, thinning to individual fruits is recommended when fruit set is heavy. Due to the exceptional fruit size, minor hairline cracks may occasionally occur. Overall, Tophit combines impressive fruit size, distinctive flavour, dependable productivity, and valuable disease tolerance, making it an excellent choice for both commercial growers and discerning consumers.