Fresh White Truffle — Tuber magnatum Pico

Tuber magnatum Pico: The 'White Gold' of Italy

Deeply hidden in unspoiled, moist lime soils grows the undisputed king of truffles: the Tuber magnatum Pico. Unlike black truffle species, the white truffle cannot be artificially cultivated to this day. Every gram is the pure result of nature, found thanks to the instinct of an experienced trifolau and his trained dog.

The exterior (peridium) is smooth and varies from light cream to warm ochre shades. Once the truffle is cut, the core (gleba) reveals a palette of light hazelnut colour to deeper brown, crisscrossed by a fine network of white veins. The aroma is legendary: intense, penetrating, and refined.

Our Strict On-Demand Service

White truffles cannot withstand long storage times and quickly lose their volatile aromas. To guarantee the shortest chain between the Italian soil and your kitchen, we work exclusively on request:

1. Request: Fill in the reservation form with the desired weight (from 50 g) and the date of your dinner.

2. Verification: We verify the current wild harvest and market price directly with our truffle hunters in Italy and send a tailored proposal with a payment link within 24 hours.

3. Harvest & Express Transport: After payment, the truffle is sought, immediately conditioned, and sent via conditioned express delivery.

Unique Profile & Culinary Advice

• Never Heat: The aromatic compounds are extremely heat-sensitive. Never cook or bake the white truffle, otherwise the perfume evaporates.

• Serving Tip: Shave the truffle just before serving it thinly over a warm, pure dish. The gentle warmth of the plate perfectly activates the aromas.

• Gastronomic Combinations: Classically over fresh tagliolini with butter, a creamy risotto, soft scrambled eggs, fried egg, or beef carpaccio.

• Dosage: Count on an average of 5 to 10 grams per person per dish for a complete taste sensation.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

• Why is the White Truffle so precious?

  Because it cannot be cultivated and only grows in the wild during a short season (September to December). The scarcity, combined with the enormous international demand, determines the daily price.

• How can I best store the White Truffle?

  Wrapped in absorbent paper in an airtight glass jar in the fridge (2-4°C). Replace the paper daily. As the aroma is volatile, we advise consuming the truffle within 2 to 4 days of receipt.

• Why is there a minimum purchase of 50 grams?

  The personal commitment of the trifolau and the conditioned express transport require a minimum volume size to ensure the highest quality.

Product Specifications

• Product: Fresh White Truffle (Tuber magnatum Pico)

• Brand / Selection: Selected by Kelvini – Italian Artisan

• Botanical Name: Tuber magnatum Pico

• Commercial Name: Precious White Truffle / Tartufo Bianco Pregiato

• Origin: Italy (Natural, lime-rich and moist habitats)

• Harvest Period: September to December (Seasonal)

• Delivery Method: Exclusively On-Demand via personal reservation

• Minimum Purchase: From 50 grams

• Allergens: 100% Natural wild foraged product. Free from allergens.

The Tuber magnatum Pico, globally recognised as the most valuable and aromatic edible fungus, grows exclusively in the wild in specific limestone-rich, moist microclimates in Italy. This ascomycete fungus lives in a strict underground symbiosis with the roots of Quercus (oak), Populus (poplar), Salix (willow) and Tilia (lime). Since the species cannot be artificially cultivated, the market is entirely dependent on the autumn harvest (September to December) by certified truffle hunters. Kelvini employs a strict on-demand allocation model with manual pricing to anticipate the extreme volatility of international market prices and to ensure a minimal lead time between harvest and consumption.