Fresh Black Truffle – Tuber Aestivum

Highlights

• Hazenut, roasted malt odor and flavor
• Combined with salads, light meat, pasta
• Long life after harvest

Description

Fresh Black Truffle (Tuber aestivum) is one of nature’s most refined delicacies, prized for its elegant and well-balanced aroma. Its distinctive aromatic profile reveals notes of fresh hazelnut, moist forest soil, and delicate earthy tones, accompanied by a subtle sweetness that gradually unfolds in the dish. The aroma is refined and delicate, yet rich enough to elevate even the simplest recipes.

This fresh black truffle is carefully harvested by experienced truffle hunters in natural forests with oak and other broadleaf trees, using specially trained truffle dogs to locate the underground treasure. It features a dark, rugged outer skin, while the interior flesh displays a hazelnut-brown color with fine white veins that create the characteristic marbled pattern of the truffle.

Highly valued in gastronomy, the fresh black truffle is celebrated for its versatility in fine cuisine. Thinly shaved or freshly grated over risotto, pasta, eggs, potatoes, and premium meats, it releases its unique aroma and adds remarkable depth and complexity, transforming everyday dishes into a sophisticated culinary experience.

Beyond its exceptional flavor, the fresh black truffle also offers notable nutritional benefits. It contains natural antioxidant compounds that help protect cells, along with essential minerals such as potassium, iron, and magnesium. Truffles are also a natural source of plant proteins and B-complex vitamins, while remaining low in fat and calories, making them a valuable addition to a balanced and high-quality diet.

Combining authentic origin, refined aroma, and exceptional culinary value, the fresh black truffle stands among the most sought-after ingredients in premium gastronomy and gourmet cuisine.

Harvest period

From April 15 to 15 August

Receive them fresh!

Once our team harvest the fresh truffles, we’ll make a perfect package so that the truffle can remain fresh and give you all the aromas and flavours.

In a styrofoam box and with ice packs inside the truffles will remain in the same condition as they were when we picked them. In 24-48 hours, they will be at your door.

Keep them Fresh! - Storage:

To keep your truffles fresh we recommend the instructions below:

Wrap each truffle in a clean absorbent paper towel and then place them inside a closed jar in the fridge.

Please change the paper towel every day.

Before the moment you eat them, they must be washed with water and brushed under the tap. Don’t use hot water!

Dry them well with a kitchen cloth or paper towel.

Then they are ready to be consumed!

To preserve your fresh Truffles, please: Avoid removing the soil from the truffles – Wrap each truffle separately in a clean absorbent paper towel – Place the paper-wrapped truffles inside a closed jar in the fridge (temperature +2°C/6°C) – Change the paper towel daily – Just before eating them, wash them with water and brush under the running tap. Dry well with a paper towel or kitchen cloth.

Truffle’s Life

We recommend using the product within 9/11 days from delivery.