Warm Hauraki Gulf waters and abundant phytoplankton give Coromandel Pacifics a notably sweet, plump character — one of New Zealand's most popular oysters for its approachable, crowd-pleasing flavor.
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Textureplump
Finishsweet
Pair with
NZ Sauvignon BlancPinot GrisCraft Lager
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The reference version.
Nothing on it: brine 2, sweetness 4, minerality 2, umami 3 of 5, with a sweet 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 yearsWaterHauraki GulfAppearancemedium · elongated
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