Mere Point

Maquoit Bay · Atlantic Coast, USA · Crassostrea virginica

Moderate brine, slightly softened compared to fully marine Maine sites — the Androscoggin River's proximity shows up in the entry as a small reduction in salt.

Salinity4/5

Sweetness1/5

Minerality4/5

Umami3/5

Texturefirm

Finishbriny

Shellmedium, deep-cupped

A small amount works with the moderate brine profile. The slight sweetness from the freshwater influence handles a light acid addition without losing itself.

Pair with

Muscadet Sèvre-et-Maine sur lieCrémant de Loire BrutCold pale ale (New England style)

Details

Cultivationbottom-culturedAppearancemedium · deep-cupped

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