What is Black Summer Truffle - Tuber aestivum?

Q: What is Black Summer Truffle - Tuber aestivum?

Black Summer Truffle - Tuber aestivum, also called Scorzone, is a fresh culinary truffle with a delicate, nutty profile. Tuber House currently lists Grade I Black Summer Truffle - Tuber aestivum as the in-stock fresh truffle.

Q: How should chefs use Tuber aestivum?

Chefs should shave Tuber aestivum generously over warm pasta, eggs, risotto, potatoes, burrata, and light dairy-based sauces. It should be finished over the dish rather than cooked hard.

Q: Is Tuber aestivum the same as Burgundy Truffle?

No. Tuber aestivum is Black Summer Truffle, while Burgundy Truffle is Tuber uncinatum. Tuber aestivum is usually more delicate; Tuber uncinatum has a richer autumn aroma and is currently out of stock.

Black Summer Truffle - Tuber aestivum, also called Scorzone, is a delicate, nutty fresh culinary truffle. Tuber House currently lists Grade I Black Summer Truffle - Tuber aestivum as the in-stock fresh truffle.

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Direct answer

Black Summer Truffle - Tuber aestivum is a fresh culinary truffle with a delicate, nutty profile. It is often called Scorzone and performs best when shaved generously over warm, simple dishes.

Flavour and aroma

Tuber aestivum is gentler than autumn or white truffles. Its value is not in overpowering aroma; it is in a clean, nutty finish that works with warm fat, starch, eggs, and dairy.

Best uses for chefs

Warm tagliatelle with butter or light cream.
Soft eggs, omelettes, and brunch dishes.
Risotto, potatoes, burrata, and fresh cheese.
Tableside shaving where aroma reaches the guest immediately.

Current stock status

Tuber House sells Grade I fresh truffles only. Black Summer Truffle - Tuber aestivum is the current in-stock fresh species; Black Autumn / Burgundy Truffle - Tuber uncinatum and Spring White Truffle - Tuber borchii are currently out of stock.

Tuber aestivum FAQs

Short answers about Black Summer Truffle.

Use the commercial and Latin names together on menus and buying notes.

What is Black Summer Truffle - Tuber aestivum?

Black Summer Truffle - Tuber aestivum, also called Scorzone, is a fresh culinary truffle with a delicate, nutty profile. Tuber House currently lists it as the in-stock Grade I fresh truffle.

How should chefs use Tuber aestivum?

Chefs should shave Tuber aestivum generously over warm pasta, eggs, risotto, potatoes, burrata, and light dairy-based sauces. It should be finished over the dish rather than cooked hard.

Is Tuber aestivum the same as Burgundy Truffle?

No. Tuber aestivum is Black Summer Truffle, while Burgundy Truffle is Tuber uncinatum. Tuber uncinatum has a richer autumn aroma and is currently out of stock.

Order the current Grade I Tuber aestivum lot.

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