Sinku
British Columbia · Pacific Coast, Canada · Crassostrea gigas
A northern BC fjord Pacific oyster grown in cold, clear inland sea waters — mineral-forward with firm texture and moderate brine, the name drawing from First Nations language of the region.
Texturefirm
Finishmineral
Shellmedium, elongated
Mineral-forward fjord Pacific works with lemon.
Pair with
ChablisBC Pinot Gris
Details
Cultivationrack-and-bag · 3–4 yearsWaterBC fjordsAppearancemedium · elongated
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