N25 Caviar - 10th Feb 2022
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Pure bred
Kaluga Sturgeon (Huso dauricus) caviar. The epitome of fine caviar. Perhaps the
rarest sturgeon species in the world, a cousin of the Beluga. It takes up to 16
years for the Kaluga sturgeon to reach maturity and produce the valuable
caviar.
The Kaluga is
defined by its finesse and elegance, a perfect symphony of complex flavours all
balanced perfectly.
Flavour profile: roasted walnuts and hazelnuts, savoury, elegant, complex, long finish
N25 – THE NAME AND ORIGIN
N25 stands for the extraordinary origin that makes the product truly unique. Located at 25° north latitude in the mountains at over 2200 meters altitude, their aquaculture facility sits in a hidden gem of natural beauty. It provides them with the cleanest air, purest spring water, and the optimal climate to raise the sturgeons that give birth to their caviar.
NOTHING BUT THE BEST
The selection process of their sturgeons begins before harvest. Once the females are determined to be mature, they are selected based on the size and color of the roe. After harvest, they select once again, but focusing on the aging potential of the caviar and complexity of flavor. Only ~10% of harvested caviar will make the quality of N25 caviar. The selected caviar is then matured in our specialized cold room in Germany where we closely inspect each batch to determine the optimal point of packing. This is where the transformation begins and we are able to select for individual preferences and tastes.
UMAMI EXPERIENCE
Unique Aging Process – never pasteurised or frozen
One of the most defining factors in achieving the complex flavor profile unique to N25 Caviar is their aging process. During aging, as fermentation takes place and proteins break down to amino-acids, caviar gradually develops complex and rich flavors. Because of their extraordinarily old sturgeons, they produce high quality roes that allow them to age the roes for an extended period of 3 to 10 months. At the end of the aging period, the membrane of the caviar becomes more translucent while retaining elasticity. This unique aging process gives N25 Caviar nutty and floral tastes on the palate with the right balance of saltiness, creaminess, and sea flavour, an umami experience with every spoon!
