Mediterranean Sea Bream
Sparus aurata
Premium farmed sea bream (Sparus aurata) known for sweet, firm white meat and rich umami flavor.
- Mediterranean farms certified to ASC and GlobalG.A.P
- Delicate flavor and firm white flesh
- Available whole, gutted, dressed, or filleted
- 52-week continuous production and global delivery
Mediterranean Sea Bream — Full Description
A premium Sparus aurata farmed in deep-water cages in the pristine Aegean Sea. Highly prized in Mediterranean cuisine for high omega-3 levels, moist texture, and excellent presentation.
Gilthead sea bream (Sparus aurata) is, with sea bass, the backbone of Mediterranean aquaculture, and Türkiye is one of its largest producers. VARS sources from open-sea cage farms holding ASC and GlobalG.A.P certification, where the water exchange that keeps flesh firm is a function of the site rather than of the feeding regime.
It is supplied whole, gutted, dressed or filleted, at 134 kcal and 20.4 g of protein per 100 g, with a fat profile — 2.50 g MUFA against 1.85 g PUFA — that holds up to smoking and canning as well as to the grill. Fish is harvested against a confirmed order rather than drawn from stock, chilled on flake ice at 0–2 °C and flown out within days.
Production runs across 52 weeks, so supply is a scheduling question rather than a seasonal one, and standing weekly or monthly volumes are the normal arrangement for distributor and HORECA accounts. Certification belongs to the producing farm and is issued in its name; VARS is a trading company and holds none of its own.
Key Technical Specifications
General Nutritional Reference
These figures are general nutritional reference values published for this species, not a laboratory analysis of our specific product batches. Actual nutritional content can vary by catch, season, and processing method — contact us for a certificate of analysis on a specific shipment.
Why Choose VARS Sea Bream?
Rich Lipid Balance
Naturally balanced fat content yielding succulent, juicy white flesh upon grilling.
Farming Integrity
Cultured in open sea cages with pristine Mediterranean water exchange.
Culinary Agility
Exceptional response to Mediterranean citrus, olive oil, and rosemary marinades.
Chef's Cooking Suggestions
- Whole fish charcoal grilling
- Pan-seared fillets with lemon and garlic
- Oven baking with roasted vine tomatoes
- Mediterranean seafood bouillabaisse
Gastronomy & Flavor Profile
Moist, tender white meat with a succulent, slightly sweet flavor profile prized in Mediterranean gastronomy.
Standard Size Groups & Market Applications
| Size Group | Weight Range | Primary Application |
|---|---|---|
| XS-Small | 100–300 g | Smoking & Processing |
| Medium (HoReCa) | 300–600 g | Hotel & Restaurant Entrees |
| Large Selection | 600–800 g | Sharing Platter Whole Roast |
| Executive Cut | 800–1200 g | Chef Special Whole Fish |
Key Applications
- Canning & smoking
- HORECA / restaurant
- Retail wholesale
Storage & Logistics
Optimal preservation at 0 °C to +2 °C for fresh variants; −18 °C for deep-frozen fillets.
Why buyers choose this line
Gilthead bream from certified farms
Sourced from certified farms in the Mediterranean region for consistent quality, year-round availability and export quality.
Firm flesh, delicate flavour
High-quality protein and essential amino acids in a fish whose texture suits home cooking, restaurants and catering equally.
Muscle density from high-flow water
Grown in high-flow environments, which is what produces the firmness buyers specify it for.
Frequently Asked Questions
Technical parameters, storage, biosecurity, and hatchery protocols for Mediterranean Sea Bream.
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