Duchy
Cornwall · Atlantic Coast, England · Crassostrea gigas
Cornwall's Royal Duchy Oyster — grown in the Fal Estuary with its combination of Atlantic influence and mild river inputs, producing a balanced, clean Pacific with good mineral character.
Texturefirm
Finishclean
Shellmedium, elongated
Balanced Cornish profile accepts lemon well.
Pair with
ChablisEnglish Sparkling Wine
Details
Cultivationrack-and-bag · 3–4 yearsWaterFal EstuaryAppearancemedium · elongated
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