Fresh Black Burgundy truffles Uncinatum

Fresh Black Burgundy Truffles for Sale — First Class Tuber Uncinatum from Europe

The Burgundy truffle has a reputation problem — people who have never tried it tend to assume it sits somewhere below the "real" truffles. That is not quite right. Fresh black Burgundy truffles (Tuber uncinatum) are genuinely distinctive: milder and more approachable than Black Périgord, richer and more complex than Summer truffle. They occupy a specific place in the season and in the kitchen, and cooks who know them keep coming back.

TruffleCart sources fresh burgundy truffles directly from European pickers, handled with the same care as every other variety in the catalog. This is a First Class product — whole truffles with regular shape, proper weight, and the aroma intact.

What Makes Fresh Burgundy Truffles Worth Ordering

Tuber uncinatum — also called the Autumn truffle — grows across France, Italy, and Eastern Europe. The exterior is dark brown and warty, similar to its close relative Tuber aestivum. The interior is what sets it apart: dark brown flesh with a distinctive tan veining pattern and an aroma that is noticeably richer than Summer truffle, with prominent hazelnut notes and an earthy depth that builds as the season progresses.

Key details at a glance:

• Season: September–January; brief second window in March–April (weather permitting)
• Grade: First Class (regular shape, 15g+ per piece) and 2nd Class available
• Aroma: hazelnut, earthy, mild — more complex than Summer truffle, softer than Melanosporum
• Best use: shaved raw over pasta, risotto, or eggs; also excellent in butter and cream infusions
• Storage: paper towel, airtight glass container, refrigerator at 2–4°C; use within 5–7 days

The difference between First Class and 2nd Class is size and appearance only — both grades carry the same aroma. Restaurants typically order First Class for presentation; home cooks often find 2nd Class delivers identical flavor at better value.

Burgundy Truffle Price and Ordering

Fresh black burgundy truffles start at $750 per order. This is a seasonal product — availability follows the European harvest and current stock is listed on the product page. When the truffle is out of season, the team can advise on alternatives by phone at +1 (628) 226-5795 or email at info@trufflecart.com.

Orders ship via DHL Express with temperature-controlled insulated packaging. Processing takes 24–48 hours from order confirmation. Freshness claims must be submitted within 24 hours of delivery.

For year-round access to Burgundy truffle flavor, Frozen Burgundy Truffles are available outside the fresh season. For a stronger black truffle profile, Fresh Black Périgord Truffles are the natural next step.