Fresh Black Truffles Early Melanosporum Enjoy the Luxury of Fresh Truffles
Early Season Black Truffle (Tuber melanosporum) - The Best Value Black Diamond
Experience the start of the legendary Black Truffle season! We are thrilled to offer Early Harvest Tuber melanosporum, the "Black Diamond" of truffles, at an exceptional introductory price. This is your chance to cook with the most prized black truffle species for significantly less than the peak-season cost.
Product Overview: The Early Harvest Advantage
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Species: Fine Black Truffle, or Périgord Truffle (Tuber melanosporum)
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Season: Early Winter Harvest (Typically late November – early December)
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Appearance: Dark, warty exterior, identical to the mature truffle.
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Interior (Gleba): The key differentiator! The interior flesh is still unripe, appearing creamy white or very light grey with faint white veining. This light interior is what distinguishes the early harvest from the fully mature, jet-black winter truffle.
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Aroma & Flavor: More delicate, fresh, and subtle than its peak-season relative. It offers a beautiful, refined earthiness with classic notes of musk and undergrowth, but lacks the intense cocoa and deep umami punch of a fully ripe specimen.
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The Value: Due to their lighter aroma and color, these early truffles are priced at a fraction of the mid-winter cost, making luxury more accessible.
How it Compares: Early Melanosporum vs. Summer Truffle (Tuber aestivum)
| Feature | Early Tuber melanosporum | Summer Truffle (Tuber aestivum) |
| Species Value | The world's most prized black truffle species. | A popular, more affordable species. |
| Interior Color (Gleba) | Creamy white/Light Grey (unripe) | Light brown/ochre with distinct white marbling. |
| Aroma | Subtle, musky, and earthy. Will mature if stored properly. | Mild, fresh, with classic hazelnutnotes. |
| Culinary Use | Excellent when used liberally and added to warm fat (butter, oil) to draw out the developing aroma. | Best shaved raw over light, simple dishes. |
| Potential | Highest potential; it's the beginning of the "Black Diamond" flavor journey. | Consistent, mild flavor throughout its season. |
Culinary Recommendation
Treat these early-season truffles like a rich, aromatic black mushroom. Their flavor is best enhanced by gently heating them in fat.
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Infuse: Slice thinly into butter or oil and let it sit for 24 hours to intensify the aroma.
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Sauté: Shave over creamy scrambled eggs, risotto, or buttered pasta at the end of cooking to lightly warm and release their oils.
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Generosity: Don't be shy! Their subtle nature means you can use a more generous amount than you would with a peak-season truffle, fully justifying the excellent price point.
Don't wait! This limited, high-value offering is the perfect way to bring the prestige of Tuber melanosporum to your kitchen before the peak season prices hit.
Delivery
Take advantage of fast and reliable shipping with FedEx. Your order will be delivered within 24-96 hours after confirmation of payment, and the processing time required is 24-48 hours. Enjoy the convenience of on-time delivery and exceptional service.
Delivery days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, excluding National holidays
Our fresh truffles are delivered in special high quality refrigerated cans with extra temperature control coolers to ensure maximum freshness. To guarantee that the truffles arrive in perfect condition, the special package adds extra weight, resulting in a higher cost of delivery. However, the added expense is a small price to pay for the assurance that your truffles will arrive at their destination in the same fresh condition as when they left our facility.
Origin of truffles
At Terra Ross Ltd, our mission is to provide our customers with the highest quality of fresh and aromatic black and white truffles. We are committed to sourcing only the best truffles, ensuring that each and every one of our customers enjoys a flavorful and delightful experience. Our truffles are hand-picked and carefully processed, making sure that each one offers an exquisite flavor and aroma. With our expertise and dedication, we guarantee an unforgettable truffle experience.
With our extensive network of truffle hunters in France, Italy, Spain, Romania, Turkey and Bulgaria, we are able to source the highest quality truffles from different regions of Europe. Our truffles are always extremely fresh, as we ensure that our products are harvested and purchased from the most ideal climate for each season. This allows us to achieve an unbeatable quality and taste profile that is only achievable through our unique sourcing process.
For over 15 years, we have been supplying truffles of the highest quality thanks to our network of trusted suppliers. Our commitment to excellence means that you can enjoy top-notch truffles all year round. Try our truffles today and you won't be disappointed!
Our customers include national and local distributors in Germany, France, Italy, England, Slovenia, USA, Canada, Hong Kong, Michelin star restaurants and many private individuals around the world. We take pride in providing top-notch customer service and products that meet the highest standards of quality.
| Truffles | |
| Truffle colour | Black |
| Truffle type | Tuber Melanosporum |
| Quality | Slices |
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