the sturgeon

a marvel of evolution

THE STURGEON IS A TRUE SYMBOL OF STRENGHT, RESILIENCE AND LONGEVITY.

The magnificent Sturgeon is indeed a true wonder of the aquatic world! This prehistoric fish has been swimming the world’s waterways for over 200 million years and remains one of the most fascinating and elusive creatures in existence. Known for their impressive size and unique appearance, the Sturgeon is a sight to behold.

With its long, streamlined body, a distinctive elongated snout and diamond-shaped scales, this ancient fish is truly a marvel of evolution. And with a lifespan that can reach up to 100 years, the Sturgeon is a true symbol of strength, resilience, and longevity.

The history

of Sturgeon

The history of Sturgeon is a tale of luxury and refinement that stretches back to ancient times.

Revered by royalty and sought after by epicures, the sturgeon roe has long been synonymous with exquisite taste and sophistication and has been prized for its roe for thousands of years.

From the royal courts of ancient Persia to the palaces of Imperial Russia, caviar was a symbol of wealth and power, a delicacy that only the most elite could afford.

sturgeons in the

ponds

Over the past few decades, there has been a significant shift in the caviar industry from wild to farmed caviar.

This change was driven by the growing awareness of the environmental impact of overfishing and the subsequent decline in wild sturgeon populations.

The Founder and CEO of Rossini Caviar Jacob Rossini is recognized as one of the leading experts in caviar and is considered one of the first in the world to see the benefits of switching from wild to farmed caviar.

Farmed caviar has since become the dominant source of caviar worldwide. The sturgeons are raised in controlled environments, allowing for sustainable breeding and production of high-quality caviar without harming wild sturgeon populations.

Today, farmed caviar exclusively makes up the world market.

There are 27 different species of sturgeon in the world and come in a range of sizes, depending on the species.

From the smallest sturgeons at around 0,75 meters in length to the largest sturgeon species the Beluga sturgeon, which can reach lengths of up to 6 meters and weigh over a ton. Sturgeons reach maturity at different ages depending on the species.

For example, the Siberian sturgeon (Acipenser baerii) reaches maturity at around 8-10 years of age, while the Beluga sturgeon (Huso huso) can take up to 20 years to reach maturity.

When time

cultivates

excellence

At Rossini Caviar, we pride ourselves on our deep understanding of the sturgeon species and their unique maturation processes.

It takes time, patience, and expertise to breed and raise these majestic fish to maturity before their beautiful roe is ready for extraction.

A process that with some species can take up to 10-15 years before producing the roe that will ultimately end up as exquisite caviar as an element of a beautiful dish.

Our sturgeons

are farmed and bred in natural ponds and controlled environments, allowing us to closely monitor their growth and well-being.

Our sturgeons are fed a balanced diet that meets their nutritional needs, and we use only the highest quality feed, free from antibiotics and growth hormones, to ensure that our sturgeon remain healthy and produce the best quality roe.

Our caviar farms are designed to mimic the sturgeon’s natural habitat, creating an environment that is conducive to their growth and well-being.

We pay close attention to the water quality, temperature, and flow, to ensure that the sturgeon thrive. With every taste of Rossini Caviar, you are not only savoring the exquisite flavors and textures that have captivated food lovers for centuries, but also honoring the rich history and cultural significance of this remarkable fish.

Conscious

luxury

We want to make sure that you know that every time you indulge in our exquisite caviar, you are making an informed and responsible choice with confidence in the authenticity and origin of the caviar.

OUR COMMITMENT TO THE FUTURE OF CAVIAR

At Rossini Caviar, we believe that luxury should never come at the cost of the environment. That is why we take great pride in producing some of the world’s finest caviar, while honoring our commitment to responsible, eco-friendly, and transparent caviar production and ethical breeding practices. These practices include using state-of-the art aquaculture systems, minimizing waste and pollution, carefully monitoring, and controlling water quality, and ensuring the welfare of the sturgeon.

FARMING, BREEDING & FEEDING

We are committed to producing the highest quality caviar while also protecting the delicate ecosystems by using environmentally responsible and ethical farming practices that ensure ideal conditions for the sturgeons while minimizing our impact on the ecosystem.

Our caviar is produced using innovative farming techniques that ensure the health and well-being of our sturgeons. Our ponds mimic the natural environment of the sturgeon, allowing them to live and thrive in conditions that are as close to their native habitat as possible.

INNOVATIVE AQUACULTURE TECHNOLOGY

We apply innovative and modern aquaculture technologies and eco-friendly nutrition compositions. We use the highest quality, responsibly sourced feed to ensure that our sturgeons receive the optimal nutrition they need to thrive.

We make great efforts to utilize state-of-the-art technology to minimize our carbon footprint and reduce waste. Our farming practices ensure that the natural resources required for caviar production are used efficiently.

transparency

and traceability

Transparency is essential to our philosophy of making pristine caviar and we are dedicated to providing complete traceability at every stage of the production process.

Lot numbers on the back of each of our caviar tins are used to track that specific caviar back to the individual sturgeon from which it originates by assigning a unique code to each batch of caviar that we produce. The lot code includes information such as the date of production, the location of the caviar farm where the sturgeon was raised, and the specific species of sturgeon the caviar came from.

This ensures full traceability in the caviar’s entire journey from the sturgeon, throughout the caviar production process all the way to the serving on a plate.

We want to make sure that you know that every time you indulge in our exquisite caviar, you are making an informed and responsible choice with confidence in the authenticity and origin of the caviar.

CITES

CITES stands for the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora and is an international agreement that regulates the international trade of endangered and threatened species including sturgeon and caviar, to ensure their conservation and sustainable use.