Peconic Gold oyster

Peconic Gold

Peconic Bay · Atlantic Coast, USA · Crassostrea virginica

The Peconic Bay's relatively warm, sheltered waters give this oyster a plump, sweet character with moderate brine and a mild mineral finish.

Salinity3/5
Sweetness3/5
Minerality3/5
Umami2/5
Textureplump
Finishsweet
Shellmedium, round

Sweetness holds up well against a squeeze of lemon.

Pair with

Pinot GrisUnoaked ChardonnayWheat Beer

Details

Cultivationrack-and-bag · 3–4 yearsWaterGreat Peconic BayAppearancemedium · round

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