Parrot Island
Rappahannock River · Chesapeake Bay, USA · Crassostrea virginica
A Rappahannock River tributary oyster — grown upstream of the main Rappahannock channel, Parrot Island delivers the river's characteristic sweetness and creaminess with slightly lower brine than the main river oysters.
Texturecreamy
Finishsweet
Shellmedium, elongated
Sweet and creamy — lemon adds brightness.
Pair with
ChardonnayViognier
Details
Cultivationrack-and-bag · 2–3 yearsAppearancemedium · elongated
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