Cape Fear
Wilmington · Atlantic Coast, USA · Crassostrea virginica
Cape Fear River estuary oyster from North Carolina's largest river system — the river's freshwater dilution keeps brine low and sweetness high, producing plump, mild oysters with a clean Southern coastal finish.
Textureplump
Finishsweet
Shellmedium, elongated
Sweet river estuary character welcomes lemon.
Pair with
AlbariñoUnoaked ChardonnayLight Lager
Details
Cultivationrack-and-bag · 18–24 monthsWaterCape Fear RiverAppearancemedium · elongated
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