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The Black Summer Truffle of Piedmont also called “Tuber Aestivum Vittadini” or “Scorzone” is a truffle particularly common in Piedmont. The Black Summer Truffle of Piedmont is collected mainly in the areas of Langhe, Roero and Monferrato and is commonly called “Scorzone” because of its hard and wrinkled black-brown skin, rich in pyramidal, protruding and large warts. The pulp is of hazel color and is crossed by numerous veins of white color and has a fungal aroma with a very delicate flavor.
Piedmont, the harvest takes place from 1 June to 31 August.
RECOMMENDED USE
Black Summer Truffle of Piedmont, after a short cooking, can be used as an ingredient in fillings and sauces or sliced thin slices on summer salads.
FRESH TRUFFLES – White Alba Truffle (Fresh Seasonal Truffle: from 1 October to 31 January), Autumn Black Truffle (Fresh Seasonal Truffle: from 1 October to 30 November) and Precious Black Truffle of Piedmont (Fresh Truffle Season: from 15 December to 15 March).
The Best Fresh Truffles in Piedmont (Seasonal Fresh Truffles) – Delicious Truffle Creams and Sauces (Truffles Preserved Year-Round) – Truffle Hunting or the Alba Truffle Tour (including Truffle Tasting and various services) …