Grand Isle

Grand Isle · Gulf Coast, USA · Crassostrea virginica

Louisiana Gulf oyster from the barrier island of Grand Isle — the Mississippi River's enormous freshwater influence dominates, producing oysters with very low brine, exceptional sweetness, and a distinctly rich, umami depth unlike anything from the Atlantic coast.

Salinity1/5

Sweetness4/5

Minerality1/5

Umami4/5

Textureplump

Finishsweet

Shellmedium-large, elongated

Very low brine — lemon is essential for balance and contrast.

Pair with

Pinot GrisUnoaked ChardonnayLight Lagerhot saucehorseradish

Details

Cultivationrack-and-bag · 12–18 monthsWaterBarataria BayAppearancemedium-large · elongated

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