Sundries
Sparkling Oyster Mignonette
Naked oysters are hard to beat. Most Oyster platters, however, have a well for a mignonette (a vinegar & pepper based sauce) for those who prefer their food dressed.
The sparkling wine from the coastal town of Getaria in Spain's Basque Country, Taxakoli Ulacia, is a lovely choice for this mignonette--fresh and fruity with well-balanced acidity. The green apple and green effervescent wine contrast beautifully with the briny, chewy texture of Island Creek Oysters. A little bit goes a long, long way. Use a 1/2 teaspoon or less for the perfect oyster to mignonette ratio.
