A Deltaville, Virginia boutique oyster grown in mid-bay waters — balanced brine, moderate sweetness, and the clean Chesapeake umami finish characteristic of the mid-bay growing region.
Raw shellfish is a major allergen and carries inherent health risks. Editorial reference only.
Texturefirm
Finishclean
Pair with
ChardonnayMuscadetLager
Always start here
The reference version.
Nothing on it: brine 3, sweetness 3, minerality 2, umami 3 of 5, with a clean finish.
What you'll tasteas it arrives
Brine
3
Sweet
3
Mineral
2
Umami
3
Acid
—
Details
Cultivationrack-and-bag · 2–3 yearsWaterChesapeake BayAppearancemedium · elongated
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