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.
Textureplump
Finishsweet
Pair with
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
—
Details
Cultivationrack-and-bag · 2–3 yearsAppearancemedium · elongated
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