Carlingford Lough
Carlingford Lough · Atlantic Coast, Ireland · Crassostrea gigas
High, clean brine from the cold Irish sea inlet, firm-creamy texture, and a long mineral finish.
Texturefirm
Finishsweet
Shellmedium, deep-cupped
The moderate-to-high brine and firm flesh of a peak-condition Carlingford handles acid without being overwhelmed. A small squeeze brightens the mineral finish.
Pair with
Chablis (Premier Cru)Muscadet Sèvre-et-Maine sur lieGuinness or dry Irish stout
Details
Cultivationsuspended-trayAppearancemedium · deep-cupped
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