From Sturgeon to Table – Caviar Harvest and Sustainability

High-quality caviar is a treat for the senses, but what goes on behind the scenes of this luxurious product? In this post, we take you on a journey into the world of caviar production and explore why sustainable practices are more important than ever.

How Caviar is Harvested?

The process of harvesting caviar is meticulous and requires an exceptional degree of patience and expertise. Sturgeons, the source of this prized delicacy, take significant time to reach maturity. For many sturgeon species, the first harvestable caviar does not appear until they are around 12-14 years old. However, in the case of the Beluga sturgeon, known for producing the world-renowned beluga caviar, it can take up to 20 years before the fish produces its first and only harvestable caviar.

The ideal time for caviar harvesting occurs during a brief window of 3-4 weeks in summer ( in winter about 4-5 weeks depending on water temperature) when the eggs reach peak ripeness. If the timing is missed, no caviar is harvested, and the sturgeon will continue developing eggs for another two years until it is ready again. Remarkably, this additional time can result in a higher-grade caviar, like the exceptional roe we use in our Gold Reserve Caviar collection. This dedication to quality and timing ensures that every harvest meets the highest standards, preserving both the richness and exclusivity of our caviar.

Sustainability and Quality – What Sets Us Apart

Our caviar is produced under especially sustainable conditions, maintaining the highest level of quality. As a partner of Grüll GmbH in Grödig, Austria, we take pride in offering only the finest caviar, obtained through gentle and sustainable methods. This approach ensures that each spoonful of our caviar is a pure, rich taste of Austrian nature.

Our Mission and Vision

Upholding high standards is not only a mark of quality for us but also a contribution to protecting nature and biodiversity. As specialists in exporting and trading premium Austrian caviar, we aim to preserve this valuable resource for future generations.

Conclusion

Caviar is much more than a luxury product – it’s the result of careful work and deep respect for nature. With our commitment to sustainability, we ensure that our customers can enjoy a product that meets the highest standards of quality while protecting our environment.