Ars Italica Oscietra Imperial
- Species: Oscietra sturgeon, Acipenser gueldenstaedtii
- Origins of the species: Caspian Sea
- Size of the fish: medium-sized, can weigh from 20 to 60 kg (44 to 132 lbs)
- Roe diameter: larger than 3 mm
- Color: light brown to beige, with a golden hue and warm amber tones
- Texture: velvety, firm
- Character: complex, exceptional and persistent
- Aromatic notes: hazelnut, butter, sea urchin
Flavor notes: a rich, nutty, creamy flavor so prized that it sets the standard in caviar. Golden Imperial is available to the US market in very limited quantities, with a seductive round umami flavors of pine nuts, fresh pecans, light aromas of hazelnuts, and a touch of seafoam brine.
All grades of our Oscietra deliver the most complex flavor profile of all caviars, with a long, delicate and distinctive finish.
Recommended combination: Serve on blinis, boiled potatoes, oat cakes or unsalted water crackers to let Oscietra’s beautiful complexity reign. Serve with the best cuvée champagne or premium Franciacorta.
Time required to harvest: 9 to 11 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
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One of the best caviar's my husband and I ever experienced.
It's been many years since I've enjoyed fabulous caviar. For so long it was a sustainability issue. It's nice to know you're there. The first thing I did was roast thin slices of purple potatoes in the oven. Then a small smear of creme fraiche and that yummy caviar. Followed by a delicious creamy 60% dark chocolate bar with a dollop of caviar. I love that combination it's so yummy with great champagne. So yes met all my Expectations for my Birthday. I really appreciate it.
I'll be back!
pricey comparatively but amazing quality and taste.