Isigny

Isigny-sur-Mer · Atlantic Coast, France

Crassostrea gigas

Norman oyster from a bay famous for dairy — the Baie des Veys's rich phytoplankton population produces plump, well-rounded oysters with balanced brine and a clean, slightly sweet finish.

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Salinity3/5
Sweetness3/5
Minerality3/5
Umami2/5
Textureplump
Finishclean

Pair with

MuscadetChablisrye bread and butter
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The reference version.

Norman oyster from a bay famous for dairy — the Baie des Veys's rich phytoplankton population produces plump, well-rounded oysters with balanced brine and a clean, slightly sweet finish.

What you'll tasteas it arrives
Brine
3
Sweet
3
Mineral
3
Umami
2
Acid
—

Everything below is measured against this plate.

Details

Cultivationrack-and-bag · 3–4 yearsWaterBaie des VeysAppearancemedium · elongated

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