ACE Basin

ACE Basin · Atlantic Coast, USA · Crassostrea virginica

South Carolina's ACE Basin is one of the largest undeveloped estuaries on the East Coast. Its oysters are sweet, plump, and mild — the warm, protected waters favor sweetness over salinity.

Salinity2/5

Sweetness4/5

Minerality2/5

Umami3/5

Texturecreamy

Finishsweet

Shellmedium, elongated

Sweet and mild — lemon adds brightness.

Pair with

AlbariñoUnoaked ChardonnayLight Lager

Details

Cultivationrack-and-bag · 18–24 monthsWaterAshepoo-Combahee-Edisto BasinAppearancemedium · elongated

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