Fresh Premium Black Truffle (Tuber melanosporum)

Fresh premium black truffle (Tuber melanosporum) is one of the most prized truffles in Italian gastronomy, celebrated for its intense, elegant and lingering aroma. Also known as winter black truffle, it is harvested during the cold season in Italian woodlands and is considered one of the noblest, most sought-after products in gourmet cooking.

This precious truffle stands out for its rounded shape, dark, wrinkled surface, and characteristic fine, dense light veining inside, a sign of perfect ripeness. Its complex aroma recalls woodland undergrowth, cocoa and delicate musky notes, giving dishes an unmistakable scent.

Premium black truffle (Tuber melanosporum) is generally available from November to March and is highly prized by chefs and cooking enthusiasts for its ability to turn simple preparations into refined gastronomic experiences.

Perfect enjoyed in shavings over fresh pasta, risotto, eggs, meat and cheese, premium black truffle releases all its aroma on contact with hot dishes, delivering a rich, enveloping flavour.

Buying fresh premium black truffle online means bringing one of the most authentic symbols of Italian culinary tradition to your table, capable of turning any recipe into a true gastronomic masterpiece.

Premium black truffle season

Premium black truffle (Tuber melanosporum) is typically a winter truffle.
It is generally harvested from November to March, the period when it reaches full ripeness and develops its characteristic intense, refined aroma.

How to use premium black truffle

Premium black truffle is ideal for enhancing simple dishes and showcasing quality ingredients. It's perfect used:

• on tagliolini or fresh pasta
• on creamy risotto
• on fried or scrambled eggs
• on meat carpaccio
• with cheese and fondue

To best appreciate its aroma, we recommend slicing it thinly with a truffle slicer directly over the hot dish.

How to store premium black truffle

Fresh premium black truffle must be stored in the fridge at a temperature between 2°C and 6°C.
It should be wrapped in absorbent paper and placed inside an airtight container, changing the paper every day to keep the truffle dry and preserve its aroma.

To get the most out of its aroma, it's best to consume it within a few days of harvest.

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