Gillardeau No.2

Marennes-Oléron · Atlantic Coast, France

Crassostrea gigas

The brine arrives softly — lower than an open-sea Pacific at the same size, because the claire's reduced salinity has already pulled it back.

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

Salinity2/5
Sweetness4/5
Minerality2/5
Umami4/5
Texturecreamy
Finishsweet

Pair with

Brut ChampagneMuscadet Sèvre-et-Maine sur lieChablis (unoaked)
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The reference version.

The brine arrives softly — lower than an open-sea Pacific at the same size, because the claire's reduced salinity has already pulled it back.

What you'll tasteas it arrives
Brine
2
Sweet
4
Mineral
2
Umami
4
Acid
—

Everything below is measured against this plate.

Details

Cultivationrack-and-bagAppearancemedium · deep-cupped

If you like this, try

HiroshimaHiroshima BayMild brine, distinctly sweet — the warm bay water and high nutrient load show up immediately.Pousse en ClaireMarennes-OléronMild brine, noticeably sweet — the lowest salt entry of any Marennes-Oléron grade.
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