Calvisius Oscietra Classic Caviar. PRICE PER 1 ounce. With an intense aroma and an unmistakable flavor, this exquisite roe ranges from medium to small size. Caviar experts will particularly love the translucent color, which can vary from dark-grey to brown. Calvisius was the Latin name for Calvisano, a village in the province of Brescia in Italy. The origin of this place-name is thought to be linked to a person whose Roman tombstone was found in Maderno. A legend tells of Calvisius, a nobleman with exquisite tastes, who during ancient Roman times moved to present day Calvisano, rich in fresh spring-water, to breed sturgeons and have fresh caviar at hand for his banquets. His guests were offered those precious black eggs according to a solemn rite. In fact the caviar was served in silver cups topped with scales of ice and garlands made of flowers. A real delight to see and taste! So popular was this grand host that his fame spread to all the surroundings.
This product was added to our catalog on Tuesday 08 November, 2005.
