Donegal Bay
Donegal Bay · Atlantic Coast, Ireland · Crassostrea gigas
Northwest Ireland's coldest oyster growing bay — Donegal's exposed north-facing position and Atlantic exposure produce intensely briny, mineral Pacifics with a firm texture and austere, uncompromising character.
Texturefirm
Finishmineral
Shellmedium, elongated
Atlantic force brine — serve plain.
Pair with
Chablis Grand CruChampagne BrutDry Irish Stout
Details
Cultivationrack-and-bag · 3–4 yearsAppearancemedium · elongated
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