Tuber uncinatum, Burgundy truffle, autumn truffle, is an edible ascomycete (Tuber).

Where do we find the Burgundy truffle?

It is found throughout Europe and lives in symbiosis with many types of trees: oak, hazel, hornbeam, beech and pine. It has low heat requirements and soil quality.

What characteristics does the Uncinatum truffle have?

The tuber uncinatum is black in color, its flesh is dark brown when ripe. Its gleba is brown with white veins denser than the veins of the black truffle melanosporum vitt. Also known as gray truffle.

What taste does the Uncinatum 

truffle or Burgundy truffle have?

On the nose, there is a very delicate specific fragrance, the aroma of autumn truffles reminiscent of mushrooms and hazelnuts .On the palate it is pleasant, similar to hazelnuts.

When is the burgundy truffle season?

The Uncinatum truffle is an autumn truffle, it can be found from September 15 to January 31. Autumn truffles are very similar in size to summer truffles, although the gleba is slightly darker in color, between black and grey, with interiors ranging from beige to various shades of brown. The bark has pyramid-shaped warts.

With which dish to eat the Burgundy truffle?

This prized mushroom is the perfect addition to the kitchen, especially when cooked fresh.

Pairs perfectly with meat, fish, pasta, risottos and vegetables.