Charleston
Charleston Harbor · Atlantic Coast, USA
Crassostrea virginica
South Carolina Lowcountry oyster from the historic Charleston harbor — sweet, plump, and mild with the warm coastal character of the Southeast Atlantic, and a soft umami finish from the harbor's rich plankton environment.
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Textureplump
Finishsweet
Pair with
AlbariñoUnoaked ChardonnayLight Lager
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The reference version.
South Carolina Lowcountry oyster from the historic Charleston harbor — sweet, plump, and mild with the warm coastal character of the Southeast Atlantic, and a soft umami finish from the harbor's rich plankton environment.
What you'll tasteas it arrives
Brine
2
Sweet
4
Mineral
2
Umami
3
Acid
—
Details
Cultivationrack-and-bag · 18–24 monthsAppearancemedium · elongated
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