Hilton Head
Hilton Head Island · Atlantic Coast, USA
Crassostrea virginica
South Carolina's famous resort island produces sweet, plump Lowcountry oysters in the warm tidal sounds between the island and the mainland — mild brine, good sweetness, and a soft coastal finish.
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Textureplump
Finishsweet
Pair with
AlbariñoChardonnayLight Lager
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The reference version.
South Carolina's famous resort island produces sweet, plump Lowcountry oysters in the warm tidal sounds between the island and the mainland — mild brine, good sweetness, and a soft coastal finish.
What you'll tasteas it arrives
Brine
2
Sweet
4
Mineral
2
Umami
3
Acid
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Details
Cultivationrack-and-bag · 18–24 monthsWaterCalibogue SoundAppearancemedium · elongated
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