Calvisius USA

• Species: Pacific White sturgeon, Acipenser transmontanus
• Origins of the species: North American West coast, from Alaska to Southern California 
• Size of the fish: large, may grow to 800kg or 1760 lbs and can be as long as 6m or 19’
• Roe diameter: large, 2.8mm/3.2mm
• Color: dark grey to black
• Texture: compact and smooth, enhanced by its large roe 
• Character: balanced and elegant 
• Aromatic notes: strongly fruity with nutty and buttery notes, reminiscent of the most delicate nuances of the sea. 

Flavor notes: Tradition Prestige has large eggs that are silky and have elegant notes. Creamy, buttery flavors arrive first as hints of seaweed yield to a long, impressive clean finish. The taste of this caviar is perfectly balanced with round notes, combining delicate nuances of the sea with light, buttery flavors of pastry.

Recommended combination: Brut Champagne or Satèn (premium Franciacorta) bubbles. Serve on mother of pearl spoons as-is, to enjoy it in its purity. Or, harness Tradition’s buttery creaminess atop avocado or boiled potatoes to let its luxurious notes come forward.  

Time required to harvest: 14 to 15 years 

Shelf life: 90 days, unopened, from ship date

Ceremonial original tins, sizes 500 gr, 1Kg, 1.8Kg available for special order. Require one week advance notice. Email us at hello@calvisius.com

• Species: Pacific White sturgeon, Acipenser trasmontanus
• Origins of the species: North American West coast, from Alaska to Southern California 
• Size of the fish: large, may grow to 800kg or 1760 lbs and can be as long as 6m or 19’
• Roe diameter: extra-large, 3.2 mm and up
• Color: dark grey, ebony, amber tones
• Texture: silky and light with exceptionally large sized roe
• Character: perfectly elegant and balanced
• Aromatic notes: slightly fruity with soft nutty and buttery notes, reminiscent of the most delicate nuances of the sea.

Flavor notes: Tradition Elite has very large eggs that are silky and have elegant notes. Creamy, buttery flavors arrive first as hints of seaweed yield to a long, impressive clean finish. Tradition Elite exhibits deep umami flavors with added nuttiness.

The taste of this caviar is perfectly balanced with round notes, combining delicate nuances of the sea with light, buttery flavors of pastry.

Recommended combination: Brut Champagne or Satèn (premium Franciacorta) bubbles. Serve on mother of pearl spoons as-is, to enjoy it in its purity. Or, harness Tradition’s buttery creaminess atop avocado or boiled potatoes to let its luxurious notes come forward.  

Time required to harvest: 14 to 15 years 

Shelf life: 90 days, unopened, from ship date

Ceremonial original tins, sizes 500 gr, 1Kg, 1.8Kg available for special order. Require one week advance notice. Email us at hello@calvisius.com

• Species: Siberian sturgeon, Acipenser baerii
• Origin of the species: fluvial basins of Siberia (from the Ob to the Kolyma rivers) and Lake Baikal.
• Size of the fish: medium-sized, with a weight between 8 and 40 kg (17.6 to 88.2 lbs).
• Roe diameter: medium to large, 2.5/2.9mm
• Color: from dark grey to light brown
• Texture: firm
• Character: full flavored with slight iodine elements
• Aromatic notes: nuts, oyster, nori seaweed, honey

Flavor notes: A bold caviar with full-flavored aromas of the sea, finishes with clean, pure unabashed flavor. The Classic selection boasts a bold yet balanced taste; a succulent caviar that demands attention, starting out creamy and luscious, finishing clean like ocean mist. It will transport you back to the golden age of caviar!

Recommended combination: Brut champagne or dry white, highly mineral wines (such as Muscadet or Chablis), or premium vodka. Serve with smoked fish or oysters because it stands up to it; this is the caviar to serve atop smoked salmon for an elegant surprise.

Time required to harvest: 8 years

Shelf life: 90 days, unopened, from ship date

Ceremonial original tins, sizes 500 gr, 1Kg, 1.8Kg available for special order. Require one week advance notice. Email us at hello@calvisius.com

• Species: Siberian sturgeon, Acipenser baerii
• Origin of the species: fluvial basins of Siberia (from the Ob to the Kolyma rivers) and Lake Baikal.
• Size of the fish: medium-sized, with a weight between 8 and 40 kg (17.6 to 88.2 lbs).
• Roe diameter: medium to large, 2.7/3.0mm
• Color: from dark grey to light brown 
• Texture: firm
• Character: full flavored with slight iodine elements
• Aromatic notes: nuts, oyster, nori seaweed, honey 

Flavor notes: A bold caviar with full-flavored aromas of the sea, finishes with clean, pure unabashed flavor. The Royal selection boasts a perfect marriage between bottarga and dried fruit flavors with just a trace of cured meats.

A succulent caviar that demands attention, starting out creamy and luscious, finishing clean like ocean mist. It will transport you back to the golden age of caviar!

Recommended combination: Brut champagne or dry white, highly mineral wines (such as Muscadet or Chablis), or premium vodka. Serve with smoked fish or oysters because it stands up to it; this is the caviar to serve atop smoked salmon for an elegant surprise. 

Time required to harvest: 8 years 

Shelf life: 90 days, unopened, from ship date

Ceremonial original tins, sizes 500 gr, 1Kg, 1.8Kg available for special order. Require one week advance notice. Email us at hello@calvisius.com