Fine White Truffle
Tuber magnatum Pico
The coveted white truffle (Tuber magnatum Pico) is the most famous and expensive truffle. It features a smooth, pale yellow or ochre-colored rind, with an inner shell that varies from white to brown and is interspersed with fine white veins.
Harvest Season: Mainly harvested from late September to December.
Aroma: Its aroma is very intense, with notes of garlic, fermented cheese, and methane gas, making it unique in its kind. It is preferably used raw in refined dishes like pasta, risotto, and eggs to highlight its distinctive and valuable flavor.