Topsail
Topsail Island · Atlantic Coast, USA · Crassostrea virginica
Topsail Sound oyster from North Carolina's crystal coast — the sound's warm, shallow water and barrier island protection produce sweet, plump oysters with mild brine and a soft, Southern Atlantic finish.
Textureplump
Finishsweet
Shellmedium, elongated
Sweet and mild — lemon adds needed acid.
Pair with
Pinot GrisAlbariñoLight Lager
Details
Cultivationrack-and-bag · 18–24 monthsWaterTopsail SoundAppearancemedium · elongated
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