Wianno

Wianno area · Atlantic Coast, USA · Crassostrea virginica

Moderate brine, present but not aggressive — the south Cape register.

Salinity4/5

Sweetness4/5

Minerality4/5

Umami2/5

Textureplump

Finishsweet

Shellmedium, deep-cupped

Handles acid without difficulty. A small squeeze brightens the mid-palate sweetness. Standard raw bar practice applies here; the oyster is neither demanding pro

Pair with

Muscadet Sèvre-et-Maine sur lieBlanc de Blancs ChampagneDry New England Cider

Details

Cultivationrack-and-bagAppearancemedium · deep-cupped

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