Desolation Sound
Desolation Sound · Pacific Coast, Canada
Crassostrea gigas
Named for the fjord system itself — deep, cold water and near-zero river input keeps salinity high and mineral character prominent. A textbook BC cold-water Pacific.
Raw shellfish is a major allergen and carries inherent health risks. Editorial reference only.
Texturefirm
Finishmineral
Pair with
ChablisBC Pinot Gris
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The reference version.
Named for the fjord system itself — deep, cold water and near-zero river input keeps salinity high and mineral character prominent. A textbook BC cold-water Pacific.
What you'll tasteas it arrives
Brine
3
Sweet
3
Mineral
4
Umami
3
Acid
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Details
Cultivationrack-and-bag · 3–4 yearsAppearancemedium · elongated
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