Coffin Bay

Coffin Bay · Pacific Coast, Australia

Crassostrea gigas

The Southern Ocean source water arrives first and without softening: high salinity, unfiltered by river systems or enclosed bays.

Raw shellfish is a major allergen and carries inherent health risks. Editorial reference only.

Salinity5/5
Sweetness4/5
Minerality4/5
Umami3/5
Texturecreamy
Finishsweet

Pair with

Clare Valley Riesling (dry)Blanc de Blancs Australian SparklingChablis Premier Cru
Always start here

The reference version.

The Southern Ocean source water arrives first and without softening: high salinity, unfiltered by river systems or enclosed bays.

What you'll tasteas it arrives
Brine
5
Sweet
4
Mineral
4
Umami
3
Acid
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Everything below is measured against this plate.

Details

Cultivationrack-and-bagAppearancemedium · deep-cupped

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