Fresh Summer Truffle – Tuber aestivum (A Grade)
Fresh Summer Truffle – Tuber aestivum (A Grade)
Fresh Summer Truffle (Tuber aestivum) is a seasonal European truffle with a delicate earthy aroma, firm texture and mild nutty flavour. Its naturally balanced character makes it a versatile ingredient for pasta, risotto, eggs, potatoes, sauces and lightly seasoned meat dishes.
Terra Ross A Grade truffles are individually inspected and selected for freshness, firmness, maturity and good overall condition. Choose the required total quantity from the available pack-size options.
What A Grade Means
A Grade offers a practical balance between attractive natural presentation and culinary versatility. The selection consists predominantly of whole truffles with generally rounded or regular shapes, while allowing a limited proportion of naturally irregular, lightly scratched, cut or partially broken pieces.
Up to 30% of the total product weight may consist of truffles with these permitted physical variations. Truffles showing softness, decay, serious deterioration or visible insect infestation are not accepted.
A Grade is suitable for restaurants, professional kitchens and home cooks who require fresh truffles for shaving, slicing, grating and general culinary preparation without needing the highest presentation standard of EXTRA Grade.
Commercial grade primarily describes size, shape and physical condition. Aroma intensity varies naturally according to maturity, freshness, seasonal conditions and the individual harvest.
Individual Truffle Size
Individual truffles generally weigh approximately 15–100 g and measure approximately 3–8 cm in diameter. Because truffles are naturally formed underground, variation in weight, diameter, shape and surface appearance is expected.
The selected product quantity refers to the total weight supplied rather than the exact number of individual truffles included in the order.
Aroma, Flavour and Texture
Fresh Tuber aestivum has a delicate earthy and woodland aroma with mild nutty and mushroom-like notes. As it matures, the interior develops a pale beige to light hazelnut-brown colour with fine natural marbling.
The texture should be firm when fresh. Its aroma becomes more noticeable after slicing or shaving, particularly when the truffle is served over warm food.
How to Use Fresh Summer Truffle
Clean the truffle gently immediately before use. Depending on its shape and condition, it can be thinly shaved, sliced, grated or finely chopped. Add it at the end of preparation or shortly before serving.
Avoid prolonged cooking and intense direct heat, which can reduce the naturally delicate aroma of Tuber aestivum.
Recommended culinary uses include:
- shaved or sliced over fresh pasta and risotto;
- grated over scrambled, poached or fried eggs;
- served with potato purée or roasted potatoes;
- combined with butter, cream and mild cheeses;
- finely chopped into sauces, fillings or compound butter;
- served with mushrooms, poultry, veal or lightly seasoned meat dishes.
For the best balance, use restrained seasoning and avoid strongly acidic, heavily spiced or intensely smoked ingredients.
Freshness, Packing and Delivery
Fresh truffles are inspected and packed in absorbent paper, food-safe protective packaging and insulated packaging with cooling materials. Delivery availability and estimated transit time are shown at checkout.
Storage After Delivery
Refrigerate immediately at 2–4°C in a clean, dry, food-safe container. Replace absorbent paper daily and use promptly because fresh truffles naturally lose moisture and aroma over time.
Important Product Information
This is a fresh, perishable wild product. Natural variation in size, shape, colour and aroma is expected. Standard withdrawal returns do not apply, without affecting statutory rights for damaged, defective or incorrect goods.