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DESCRIPTION: Fresh Summer Truffle (Tuber aestivum Vitt.) in the 1 kg size is suitable for a wider range of uses in the kitchen. Also known as the scorzone, it has a thick, irregular skin ranging from dark brown to black, and an interior ranging from white to ochre and hazelnut, depending on ripeness and origin. This quantity allows for different preparations, according to the menu and your own way of cooking.

HARVEST: In Umbria, the Summer Truffle harvesting period runs from May 1 to August 31.

PACKAGING AND SHIPPING: We ship fresh summer truffles in refrigerated polystyrene boxes to ensure the best possible preservation of the product during transport. (Recipe booklet included)

STORAGE:  Fresh truffles should be stored in the refrigerator at 0°/+4°C wrapped individually in absorbent paper and placed in a plastic or glass container, for up to a maximum of 5 days.

HOW TO CONSUME: Fresh truffles can be enjoyed in various ways. They can be sliced directly over your favorite dishes or grated to prepare a sauce for seasoning your creations.

NOTES: Fresh truffles are sold already washed; nevertheless, we recommend washing and/or brushing them thoroughly before use. The presence of white spots on the skin is completely normal and can easily be removed by washing. Each piece is carefully selected by our expert staff.

Size: The truffles may be whole and/or split; this does not affect the quality of the product in any way, but rather indicates the truffle’s degree of ripeness. Size of the product in question: from 10g - 30g

The truffle’s origin may vary depending on availability, from Umbria to other regions of Italy.