Jervis Bay

Jervis Bay · Pacific Coast, Australia

Saccostrea glomerata

Jervis Bay is one of Australia's deepest and clearest coastal bays — its pristine water and strong tidal exchange produce firm, clean SROs with good brine, earthy-nutty character, and excellent umami. The bay's clarity shows in the oyster's clean, precise finish.

Raw shellfish is a major allergen and carries inherent health risks. Editorial reference only.

Salinity3/5
Sweetness3/5
Minerality3/5
Umami4/5
Texturefirm
Finishnutty

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SemillonRiesling
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Jervis Bay is one of Australia's deepest and clearest coastal bays — its pristine water and strong tidal exchange produce firm, clean SROs with good brine, earthy-nutty character, and excellent umami. The bay's clarity shows in the oyster's clean, precise finish.

What you'll tasteas it arrives
Brine
3
Sweet
3
Mineral
3
Umami
4
Acid
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Everything below is measured against this plate.

Details

Cultivationrack-and-bag · 3–4 yearsAppearancemedium · irregular

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