Fresh Summer Truffle – Tuber aestivum (EXTRA Grade)

Fresh Summer Truffle (Tuber aestivum) is a seasonal European truffle with a delicate earthy aroma, firm texture and mild nutty flavour. Its naturally subtle profile makes it particularly suitable for simple dishes in which the truffle complements rather than overpowers the other ingredients.

Terra Ross EXTRA Grade truffles are individually inspected and selected for freshness, firmness, maturity, regular shape and premium visual presentation. Compare grades in the Summer Truffle collection, then choose the required quantity and size.

What EXTRA Grade Means

EXTRA Grade represents the highest presentation grade within the available seasonal harvest. The selection consists of whole, firm truffles with a regular or well-formed natural shape and no serious visible defects.

Available Truffle Sizes

• 20–50 g per truffle: suitable for individual portions, tasting menus and smaller presentations.
• 50–100 g per truffle: a versatile size for restaurants, events and tableside shaving.
• 100–300 g per truffle: large presentation truffles for premium displays and professional service.

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 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. Slice or shave it as thinly as possible and add it at the end of preparation or shortly before serving. Avoid prolonged cooking and intense direct heat, which can reduce its delicate aroma.

Recommended pairings include:

• fresh pasta and risotto;
• scrambled, poached or fried eggs;
• butter, cream and mild cheeses;
• potato purée and roasted potatoes;
• mushrooms and seasonal vegetables;
• poultry, veal and mildly seasoned meat dishes.

For the best balance, use restrained seasoning and avoid strongly acidic, heavily spiced or intensely smoked ingredients.

Freshness, Packing and Delivery

Every order is inspected before dispatch. The truffles are carefully wrapped in absorbent paper, placed in food-safe protective packaging and packed in insulated packaging with cooling materials.

Delivery availability, courier service and transit time depend on the destination. Check the available delivery options for your country at checkout before ordering.

Storage After Delivery

Open the packaging and refrigerate the truffles immediately after delivery. Keep them dry in a sealed container lined with absorbent kitchen paper. Replace the paper whenever it becomes damp.

For the best quality, use the truffles promptly while their firmness and aroma are at their strongest. Do not wash, slice or shave them until shortly before preparation.

Important Product Information

• Species: Summer Truffle – Tuber aestivum
• Grade: EXTRA Grade
• Condition: Fresh
• Individual sizes: approximately 20–50 g, 50–100 g or 100–300 g per truffle
• Selection: whole, firm and regularly shaped truffles selected for premium presentation
• Suitable for: tableside shaving, premium presentation, professional kitchens and home cooking
• Packing: absorbent paper, food-safe protective packaging and insulated packaging with cooling materials
• Storage: keep refrigerated and use promptly
• Natural variation: appearance, marbling, maturity and aroma vary between individual truffles

Fresh truffles are perishable food products and are not covered by the standard right of withdrawal. This does not affect your legal rights if the product arrives damaged, defective or different from what was ordered.