Frozen Black Summer Truffle – Tuber aestivum (C Grade)
Enhance your culinary creativity with the luxurious touch of frozen summer truffles
Discover the Unique Qualities of Frozen Summer Truffle
C Grade frozen summer truffle deliver the same earthy aroma and rich flavour as A Grade varieties, with size being the only difference. Their smaller pieces make them an affordable way to enjoy true truffle character, perfect for grating into sauces, pasta or as a refined finishing touch. A little goes a long way, offering excellent value for everyday gourmet cooking. Enhance their essence with a few drops of truffle-infused olive oil to elevate depth and aroma in any dish.
Introduction to Frozen Summer Truffle
Frozen Summer Truffle, scientifically known as Tuber aestivum, is a sought-after delicacy known for its rich and earthy aroma. Our C Grade frozen truffles offer an excellent balance of quality and affordability, suitable for culinary enthusiasts and professional chefs alike. Preserving the truffles through freezing helps maintain their natural flavours and extends their shelf life. This product is carefully harvested and processed to ensure you receive authentic summer truffles that enhance your dishes with their unique taste and aroma.
Flavour Profile and Culinary Uses
The Frozen Summer Truffle boasts a mild yet unmistakable fragrance that complements a wide range of dishes. Its flavour is earthy with subtle nutty notes, making it a versatile ingredient for sauces, pastas, risottos, and gourmet salads. Though classified as C Grade, these truffles still provide the signature summer truffle taste. Freezing locks in the natural essence, allowing you to enjoy the truffle’s flavour long after the harvesting season ends. Ideal for chefs looking to add luxury without exceeding their budget.
Storage and Handling Tips for Best Quality
To maximize the quality of your Frozen Summer Truffle, it’s essential to store it properly. Keep the truffle frozen until ready to use, and thaw it slowly in the refrigerator to preserve its delicate texture and flavour. Handle the truffle gently to avoid damage, as C Grade truffles may have minor imperfections. Using the truffle within a short period after thawing ensures the best taste. Proper storage and handling make these frozen truffles a reliable ingredient that brings gourmet flair to your kitchen anytime.
PRODUCT INFORMATION
Exterior: Dark brown to black, with the naturally textured surface characteristic of Tuber aestivum where the original exterior is present.
Interior: Light brown to hazelnut brown with fine pale marbling.
Aroma: Delicate earthy and woodland notes characteristic of Black Summer Truffle.
Flavour: Mild, earthy and subtly nutty.
Texture: Freezing naturally changes the texture of fresh truffle, and the product may become softer after defrosting.
Aroma intensity, interior colour, marbling, moisture, texture and appearance vary naturally between individual truffles, seasonal harvests and frozen product formats.
Ingredients: 100% Black Summer Truffle (Tuber aestivum).
Added ingredients: None.
Additives: None.
Added flavourings: None.
Genetically modified ingredients: None intentionally used.
EU-listed allergens: Truffles are not among the substances or products listed in Annex II to Regulation (EU) No 1169/2011.
Dietary suitability: Suitable for vegetarian and vegan diets.
Individuals may have sensitivities to foods that are not included among the legally specified allergens. Always review the current product label and contact Terra Ross if additional allergen or production information is required.
The country of origin may vary according to the season, natural availability and the approved supply batch.
Terra Ross sources Tuber aestivum from approved suppliers according to seasonal availability and the applicable product specification.
The origin of the specific batch is maintained as part of the product traceability information and is shown on the product label or accompanying documentation where applicable.
If the country of origin is important for your purchase, please contact Terra Ross before ordering so that the origin of the currently available batch can be confirmed.
Transfer the unopened frozen truffle product to a freezer immediately after delivery.
Storage temperature: Keep frozen at or below −18°C.
Packaging: Keep the product tightly sealed to limit dehydration and absorption of odours from other frozen foods.
Defrosting: Defrost only the quantity required under refrigeration.
Recommended consumption: Use the defrosted quantity promptly and avoid unnecessary exposure to room temperature.
Refreezing: Do not refreeze thawed product unless the current product label specifically permits it.
Shelf life: Follow the use-by or best-before date stated on the current product label. Shelf life depends on the specific frozen product, packaging and production batch.
Always follow the storage, defrosting and handling instructions printed on the current product label.
Frozen truffle products are placed in insulated transport packaging with cooling materials appropriate for the destination and expected transit time.
Terra Ross uses express or other suitable courier services according to the destination. Frozen products are available only for countries and delivery routes where suitable transport conditions can be provided.
The insulated transport packaging and cooling materials are intended to help protect the frozen product during transit. They do not constitute continuously monitored refrigerated transport unless such a service is specifically stated for the shipment.
Delivery availability, courier service and estimated transit time are shown for the selected destination during checkout.
Collect the parcel promptly and transfer the product to a freezer at or below −18°C immediately after delivery.
If the parcel arrives damaged, significantly delayed or with signs that the required frozen condition may not have been maintained, photograph the parcel and product and contact Terra Ross before using it.
Each batch is received, handled, processed and packed under Terra Ross food-safety and quality-control procedures.
Inspection: Truffles are checked before processing for species, physical condition and visible defects inconsistent with the applicable commercial specification.
Processing: The processing method depends on the individual frozen product and may include cleaning, trimming, cutting, portioning, freezing and packing according to the applicable product specification.
HACCP: Handling and production procedures are managed under HACCP-based food-safety controls.
IFS: Terra Ross operates under an IFS-certified food-safety and quality-management system within the applicable certification scope.
Traceability: Batch and production information is maintained to support product identification and traceability.
Relevant product specifications or supporting documentation can be provided to professional customers upon request, where applicable.
Pesticide residues: The product is subject to the applicable maximum residue levels established by Regulation (EC) No 396/2005, as amended.
Chemical contaminants: The product is subject to the applicable maximum levels established by Commission Regulation (EU) 2023/915, as amended.
Food-safety controls: Product conformity is managed through applicable supplier controls, batch documentation, risk assessment and food-safety procedures.
Traceability: Batch and production records are maintained to support product identification and traceability.
Frozen condition: The product is intended to remain stored frozen in accordance with the storage temperature stated on the current product label.
Where product-specific laboratory results or supporting documentation are required, professional customers may contact Terra Ross before ordering to confirm what is available for the relevant batch.
This truffle species is also known as:
- Black Summer Truffle
- Summer Truffle
- Saint-Jean Truffle
- Scorzone
- Tuber aestivum Vittad.
Tuber aestivum Vittad. is the scientific name used for precise species identification. Terra Ross uses Black Summer Truffle as the primary English commercial name for this species.
Company: Terra Ross Ltd.
VAT number: BG201730901
Business activity: Selection, handling, processing, packing and supply of truffles and specialty food products.
Facility address: Business Zone Peristar, 3 Mebelna Street, 7200 Razgrad, Bulgaria.
Country: Bulgaria.
For product specifications, batch information, origin confirmation, supporting documentation or professional supply enquiries, please contact Terra Ross through the contact details published on this website.
Frozen Tuber aestivum for Professional and Home Cooking
Frozen Tuber aestivum provides a practical way to use Black Summer Truffle beyond the fresh harvest period. Depending on the selected product, it is available in different grades and formats for portioning, preparation and incorporation into cooked dishes.
Its mild earthy and subtly nutty profile works particularly well with pasta, risotto, eggs, potatoes, sauces, vegetables and meat dishes. Freezing naturally changes the texture of fresh truffle, so frozen Tuber aestivum is especially suitable for culinary preparations where the truffle is sliced, grated, chopped or incorporated into the dish.
Frequently Asked Questions About Frozen Tuber aestivum
Practical guidance on identification, grades, storage, defrosting and culinary use of frozen Black Summer Truffle.Tuber aestivum is the scientific name of the Black Summer Truffle. Frozen Tuber aestivum is produced from truffles preserved by freezing for storage and culinary use beyond the fresh harvest period.
Frozen products may be supplied in different commercial grades and physical formats. Colour, marbling, aroma, moisture and texture vary naturally between individual truffles, harvests and product formats.
Yes. Black Summer Truffle is the primary English commercial name used by Terra Ross for Tuber aestivum Vittad.
The scientific name provides precise species identification and distinguishes it from other black truffle species.
Frozen Tuber aestivum is not identical to freshly harvested truffle. Freezing naturally changes the texture, and the product generally becomes softer after defrosting.
Aroma intensity may also differ from fresh truffle. Frozen Tuber aestivum is particularly practical for cooking, sauces, fillings and other preparations where the truffle is sliced, grated, chopped or incorporated into a dish.
Transfer the product to a freezer immediately after delivery and keep it stored at or below −18°C.
Keep the product tightly sealed to reduce dehydration and absorption of odours from other frozen foods. Always follow the storage instructions and use-by or best-before date stated on the current product label.
Defrost only the quantity required for the intended preparation. Defrost the product under refrigeration rather than leaving it unnecessarily at room temperature.
Use the defrosted quantity promptly after defrosting.
Do not refreeze thawed Tuber aestivum unless the current product label specifically permits it.
Repeated freezing and defrosting may further affect texture, moisture and overall product quality.
Frozen Tuber aestivum can be used with pasta, risotto, eggs, potatoes, sauces, fillings, vegetables and meat dishes.
The appropriate preparation method depends on the frozen product format. Whole truffles, pieces and slices can be portioned or incorporated according to the requirements of the individual recipe.
Not exactly. Freezing and subsequent defrosting can change the aromatic profile compared with freshly harvested truffle.
Aroma intensity also varies naturally according to maturity, individual truffle, harvest conditions and production batch. Commercial grade does not guarantee a specific level of aroma intensity.
Commercial grades describe physical selection characteristics such as form, size, shape, condition and presentation according to the specification of the individual product.
Grade does not guarantee a fixed aroma intensity. Always review the Quality Characteristics section of the specific frozen Tuber aestivum product for its exact grade and format specification.
Collect the parcel promptly and transfer the frozen truffle product to a freezer at or below −18°C immediately after delivery.
If the parcel arrives damaged, significantly delayed or with signs that the required frozen condition may not have been maintained, photograph the parcel and product and contact Terra Ross before using it.