Manning River
Manning River · Pacific Coast, Australia
Saccostrea glomerata
Mid-North Coast NSW SRO from the Manning River estuary — freshwater from the river keeps brine moderate while warm conditions encourage the plump, earthy-umami character that defines the Sydney Rock oyster species.
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Textureplump
Finishearthy
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The reference version.
Mid-North Coast NSW SRO from the Manning River estuary — freshwater from the river keeps brine moderate while warm conditions encourage the plump, earthy-umami character that defines the Sydney Rock oyster species.
What you'll tasteas it arrives
Brine
2
Sweet
4
Mineral
2
Umami
4
Acid
—
Details
Cultivationrack-and-bag · 2–3 yearsAppearancemedium · irregular
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