Fisher's Island

Fisher's Island · Atlantic Coast, USA

Crassostrea virginica

Cold and immediate — the Atlantic connection through The Race produces a brine that's assertive in a way that sheltered Sound sites don't achieve.

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

Salinity5/5
Sweetness1/5
Minerality4/5
Umami3/5
Texturefirm
Finishbriny

Pair with

Grand Cru or Premier Cru ChablisBlanc de Blancs ChampagneDry Irish Stout
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The reference version.

Nothing on it: brine 5, sweetness 1, minerality 4, umami 3 of 5, with a briny finish.

What you'll tasteas it arrives
Brine
5
Sweet
1
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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