Merimbula Lake
Sapphire Coast · Pacific Coast, Australia · Saccostrea glomerata
Merimbula is one of the Sapphire Coast's most productive SRO lakes — balanced brine and sweetness with the species' characteristic nutty, earthy finish and a rich umami core.
Texturefirm
Finishnutty
Shellmedium, irregular
Nutty character works well with acid.
Pair with
NSW SemillonRiesling
Details
Cultivationrack-and-bag · 3–4 yearsWaterMerimbula LakeAppearancemedium · irregular
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