Peridium: Black to dark purple with reddish tints. It has numerous, pyramidal lumps and it appears wrinkly. 

 

Gleba: Dark Brownish to black, always very dark, with lightly colored, very ramified veins. 

 

Shape And Dimension: It can either be pretty round and regular, or irregularly lumpy, depending on the type od grounds it grew in. 

 

Ripening Season: From late Fall through Early spring. 

 

Picking Season: It can only be picked from November 15 to March 15. 

 

Scent: Strong, fruity aroma that recalls the smell of the woods. It’s known as the “sweet truffle” 

 

Additional Information: Tight and compact veins, of marbled aspect are indicative of the truffle having reached its peak maturation. 

 

Why Buy It: It’s the most valuable and desirable black truffle in the world, as well as one the most utilized. Very versatile, its delicate smell and taste give it almost sweet notes, that resemble the ones of mulberries. Because of these characteristics, it’s known as the “sweet truffle” amongst the connoisseurs.