Poole Harbour is one of the world's largest natural harbours — sheltered and relatively warm for an English bay. The result is a sweeter, plumper Pacific than most English Channel oysters, with mild brine and a soft finish.
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Textureplump
Finishsweet
Pair with
ChablisEnglish White WineTraditional Ale
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The reference version.
Nothing on it: brine 2, sweetness 4, minerality 2, umami 3 of 5, with a sweet finish.
What you'll tasteas it arrives
Brine
2
Sweet
4
Mineral
2
Umami
3
Acid
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Details
Cultivationrack-and-bag · 3–4 yearsWaterPoole HarbourAppearancemedium · elongated
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