Weskeag
Weskeag River · Atlantic Coast, USA
Crassostrea virginica
High brine, cold, with a mineral directness that reads as Penobscot Bay rather than river.
Raw shellfish is a major allergen and carries inherent health risks. Editorial reference only.
Texturefirm
Finishbriny
Pair with
Muscadet Sèvre-et-Maine sur lieChablis (village)Pilsner Urquell or similar Czech Pilsner
Always start here
The reference version.
High brine, cold, with a mineral directness that reads as Penobscot Bay rather than river.
What you'll tasteas it arrives
Brine
5
Sweet
1
Mineral
4
Umami
3
Acid
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Details
Cultivationbottom-culturedAppearancemedium · deep-cupped
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