York River

York River · Chesapeake Bay, USA

Crassostrea virginica

Virginia tributary oyster from the York River — freshwater input from the Mattaponi and Pamunkey Rivers dilutes bay salinity, producing sweet, plump oysters with low brine and characteristic Chesapeake umami.

Raw shellfish is a major allergen and carries inherent health risks. Editorial reference only.

Salinity2/5
Sweetness4/5
Minerality2/5
Umami3/5
Textureplump
Finishsweet
ChardonnayAlbariñoLight Lager
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The reference version.

Virginia tributary oyster from the York River — freshwater input from the Mattaponi and Pamunkey Rivers dilutes bay salinity, producing sweet, plump oysters with low brine and characteristic Chesapeake umami.

What you'll tasteas it arrives
Brine
2
Sweet
4
Mineral
2
Umami
3
Acid

Everything below is measured against this plate.

Cultivationrack-and-bag · 2–3 yearsAppearancemedium · elongated
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