Black Winter Truffles (Tuber Melanosporum Vitt) - The Ultimate Black Truffle
Known as the Norcia Black Truffle or Périgord Truffle, Black Winter Truffles are the pinnacle of black truffles. Scientifically named Tuber Melanosporum Vitt, this truffle is revered for its delicate and pleasant scent, coupled with a uniquely sweetish flavour that sets it apart from other black truffles.
Characterized by a regular shape, the Fine Black Truffle features a black, wrinkled rind and a purplish-black interior with light veins. Harvested in South Africa from mid-end June to mid August , these truffles are the most prized among their kind.
Black Winetr Truffles are perfect for dishes like creamy risottos, handmade pasta, truffle-infused sauces, and even decadent scrambled eggs.