Fresh Black Truffle – Tuber melanosporum (EXTRA Grade)

EXTRA Grade Périgord Black Truffle for Tableside Presentation

Fresh Black truffle (Tuber melanosporum), also known as the Périgord Black Truffle, is valued for its earthy aroma, firm texture and dark interior with fine pale marbling. It suits pasta, risotto, eggs, potatoes, sauces and refined meat dishes.

Terra Ross EXTRA Grade specimens are inspected and selected for freshness, firmness, maturity, regular natural shape and premium presentation. Choose the required total quantity from the available pack sizes.

Season and Availability

The main European season generally runs from December to March. Exact timing, maturity and availability vary by region, weather and harvest conditions.

What EXTRA Grade Means

EXTRA Grade is the highest presentation grade within the seasonal harvest. It consists of whole, firm specimens with predominantly rounded or regular natural shapes and no serious visible defects. It suits premium displays and tableside service where whole-truffle appearance matters.

Commercial grade describes size, shape and physical condition; it does not guarantee stronger aroma than an A or B Grade specimen of equal maturity and freshness. See the Terra Ross guide to fresh truffle grades for a detailed comparison.

Individual Truffle Size

Specimens generally weigh approximately 20–100 g each and measure around 3–7 cm in diameter. Natural variation in weight, shape and surface appearance is expected. The selected quantity refers to total supplied weight, not an exact number of truffles.

Appearance, Aroma and Texture

Fresh Tuber melanosporum has a dark brown to black surface with small polygonal warts. At maturity, the interior is brown to nearly black with fine branching pale veins. Colour and marbling vary naturally.

Its aroma may include earthy, woodland, nutty, cocoa-like and savoury notes. The texture should be firm when fresh. Slicing or shaving over gently warmed butter, cream, eggs or mild cheese helps release the aroma.

Explore the Black truffle – Tuber melanosporum collection or view the available fresh truffles in season.

How to Use Fresh Black truffle

Clean shortly before use, then slice, shave or grate thinly and add near the end of preparation or before serving. Gentle warmth can release the aroma; avoid prolonged cooking and intense direct heat.

• Shave over pasta, risotto, eggs or potatoes.
• Combine with butter, cream or mild cheeses.
• Use in restrained butter- or cream-based sauces.
• Serve with poultry, veal, beef or game.

Use restrained seasoning and avoid strongly acidic, heavily smoked or intensely spiced ingredients. See how to clean fresh truffles.

Freshness, Packing and Delivery

Fresh truffles are inspected, wrapped in absorbent paper and placed in food-safe packaging. Orders use Express Delivery in Insulated Packaging with cooling materials where appropriate. This helps protect the product in transit but is not a continuously monitored cold chain. Delivery options and estimated times are shown at checkout.

Storage After Delivery

Refrigerate immediately at approximately +2°C to +4°C. Wrap each specimen in clean, dry absorbent paper and place it in a closed glass container. Replace the paper daily or whenever damp and inspect regularly.

For the best aroma, flavour and texture, consumption within approximately 5–8 days is recommended, depending on condition upon arrival. This is guidance, not a guaranteed shelf life. Read how to store fresh truffles.

Important Product Information

This is a fresh, highly perishable natural product. Variation in size, shape, colour, marbling and aroma is expected. Standard withdrawal returns do not apply to fresh perishable products. This does not affect statutory rights concerning damaged, defective or incorrectly supplied goods.