Kardzhali Lake
History
Situated in south-east Bulgaria, close to the Turkish and Greek borders, this farm enjoys a privileged location on Lake Kardjali, formed by the dam on the River Arda. In the middle of a wild region, far from the hustle and bustle of the cities, this family-run business offers exceptional rearing conditions: the sturgeons are in their natural biotope, in running water at a regular temperature.
The
species
Osciètre: found in the wild in the Caspian Sea and the Danube, it is also farmed in countries such as China, Italy, Germany and Uruguay. Reaching maturity at 10-11 years of age, it can live to be 50 years old and weigh over 20 kilos. Exceptionally fine, its amber-coloured caviar reveals notes of hazelnut on the mid-palate.
Beluga (Huso Huso): the largest of the sturgeons! In the wild, it can grow up to 5 metres long and weigh over a tonne. Rather rare, it is found in the depths of the Caspian Sea, but is farmed in Iran, Bulgaria and China. With its large grain and pearl-grey colour, this is caviar par excellence! It has an incomparable consistency and a flavour that combines hints of hazelnut with buttery notes.
