Harney Channel

San Juan Islands · Pacific Coast, USA · Crassostrea gigas

San Juan Islands Pacific from the swift, cold tidal channels of the archipelago — strong current exposure produces a firm, mineral-forward oyster with moderate brine and a clean, precise finish.

Salinity3/5

Sweetness3/5

Minerality4/5

Umami2/5

Texturefirm

Finishmineral

Shellmedium, elongated

Mineral and firm — lemon complements well.

Pair with

ChablisWA Pinot Gris

Details

Cultivationrack-and-bag · 2–3 yearsWaterHarney ChannelAppearancemedium · elongated

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