{"product_id":"black-truffle-tuber-melanosporum","title":"Black Truffle — Tuber Melanosporum","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFresh Black Truffle — Tuber Melanosporum\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Périgord black truffle. \u003cem\u003eTuber melanosporum\u003c\/em\u003e is harvested from December through March — its dark, marbled flesh carries an intense, complex aroma of earth, cocoa, and forest undergrowth. One of the most recognized luxury ingredients in European gastronomy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShave or slice over pasta, risotto, scrambled eggs, foie gras, and aged cheeses. For year-round black truffle access, explore the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/black-truffle-oil-250ml\"\u003eBlack Truffle Oil\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/tartufata-sauce-summer-truffle-15\"\u003eTartufata Sauce\u003c\/a\u003e. Compare with the more delicate \u003ca href=\"\/products\/white-truffle-tuber-magnatum-pico\"\u003eWhite Truffle Tuber Magnatum Pico\u003c\/a\u003e or the more accessible \u003ca href=\"\/products\/summer-truffle-tuber-aestivum\"\u003eSummer Truffle Tuber Aestivum\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhy Tuber Melanosporum\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eTuber melanosporum\u003c\/em\u003e tolerates gentle heat better than white truffle, making it more versatile across cooking applications. It can be incorporated into sauces, butter, and egg dishes without immediate aroma loss. Its bold, structured profile makes it the preferred truffle for rich, fat-based preparations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eUsage\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCan be used raw or gently heated. When cooking, add near the end of preparation. Clean with a soft brush under cold water just before use. Store wrapped in paper, refrigerated, and use within 7–10 days of receipt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Italy \/ France\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecies: \u003cem\u003eTuber melanosporum\u003c\/em\u003e (Périgord Black Truffle)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWild harvested\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeason: December – March\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShipped fresh — order to order\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore the full range: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/truffle-olive-oils\"\u003eTruffle Oils\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/truffle-sauces\"\u003eTruffle Sauces\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/fresh-truffle\"\u003eFresh Truffle\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Milan Truffle","offers":[{"title":"250g \/ 8.8oz","offer_id":47423837438115,"sku":null,"price":1200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"500g \/ 17.6oz","offer_id":47423837470883,"sku":null,"price":2500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"1kg \/ 35.3oz","offer_id":47423837503651,"sku":null,"price":4800.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"2kg \/ 70.5oz","offer_id":47423837536419,"sku":null,"price":9600.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0747\/6343\/6195\/files\/Black_Truffle_Tuber_melanosporum_945677c8-10db-4b2a-8bb8-bd10f7eccdc3.jpg?v=1773161936","url":"https:\/\/milantruffle.com\/products\/black-truffle-tuber-melanosporum","provider":"Milan Truffle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}