North Stradbroke Island
North Stradbroke Island · Pacific Coast, Australia · Saccostrea glomerata
Wild oysters from 'Straddie' — North Stradbroke Island's rocky shores and bay exposure produce Sydney Rock oysters with slightly more brine and firmer texture than the sheltered Moreton Bay farm varieties, while retaining the subtropical warmth-sweetness and earthy SRO character.
Textureplump
Finishearthy
Shellmedium, irregular
Sweet and earthy — lemon adds brightness.
Pair with
QLD ChardonnaySemillonLager
Details
Cultivationwild-harvestedWaterMoreton BayAppearancemedium · irregular
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