Humboldt Bay
Arcata · Pacific Coast, USA
Crassostrea gigas
Northern California cold-water Pacific — Humboldt Bay's cool, nutrient-rich waters produce a firm, balanced oyster with moderate brine and clean mineral finish.
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Texturefirm
Finishclean
Pair with
Pinot GrisAlbariño
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The reference version.
Northern California cold-water Pacific — Humboldt Bay's cool, nutrient-rich waters produce a firm, balanced oyster with moderate brine and clean mineral finish.
What you'll tasteas it arrives
Brine
3
Sweet
3
Mineral
3
Umami
2
Acid
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Details
Cultivationrack-and-bag · 18–30 monthsWaterHumboldt BayAppearancemedium · elongated
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