Compost just makes that easier. Overly rich soil leads to lots of vegetative growth, but not necessarily more or better fruit. Which varieties do well here. We sell over 60 varieties at our nursery. With thousands of varieties to choose from, it is important to know which produce reliably.
Some varieties are more tolerant of our hot summer days and cool nights than others.
This may determine which ones you buy. Just like other fruits such as peaches and apricots, most people prefer fresh tomatoes with a good balance of acid and sugar. There are regional differences. The large amount of connective tissue may give a mealy texture which isn't undesirable in a sandwich, but might be unpleasant in a salad. We really do live in one of the best climates for growing tomatoes, with a long growing season and plenty of warmth to develop rich flavor.