Central Coast NSW SRO from the tidal inlet of Brisbane Water — warm, sheltered conditions produce plump, sweet Sydney Rock oysters with mild brine and the earthy-umami character of the species.
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Textureplump
Finishearthy
Pair with
SemillonUnoaked ChardonnayLager
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The reference version.
Nothing on it: brine 2, sweetness 4, minerality 2, umami 3 of 5, with a earthy finish.
What you'll tasteas it arrives
Brine
2
Sweet
4
Mineral
2
Umami
3
Acid
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Details
Cultivationrack-and-bag · 2–3 yearsWaterBrisbane WaterAppearancemedium · irregular
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