Buying black truffles: season, quality, prices and choosing well

Identify the product

A fresh truffle, a jar of pieces and a flavoured preparation are different purchases. Check the species and, for preparations, the ingredients. Tuber melanosporum identifies the black truffle also known as the Périgord truffle.

Ask whether the price is for a net weight, one piece or a pack. An illustrative photograph does not guarantee the weight or origin of the item supplied.

Choose for your intended use

At collection, ask to inspect the truffle: appearance, firmness, aroma and general condition should match the description. A whole truffle suits attractive slices; pieces can suit grating if offered and properly identified.

Explain the dish and number of portions and ask for a suitable quantity. Buying more than you can use promptly offers no benefit for a delicate fresh product.

Cheap truffles: compare like with like

Compare the same species, storage condition and net weight. A small size lowers the purchase total without proving a lower price per gram. A truffle preparation is not an equal-quantity replacement for a fresh truffle.

The House’s price varies with harvest and market conditions. Availability and price are confirmed before collection by appointment in Drôme provençale. Delivery can be requested at the buyer’s expense, with destination, cost and timing confirmed before payment.

Storage and cooking after purchase

Read the supplied storage instructions and plan to cook the truffle promptly. Our storage guide explains refrigeration. For a first recipe, scrambled eggs provide straightforward quantities and steps, with truffle added off the heat.

If the product seems spoiled or differs from the order, contact the House and read Returns and refunds.

Plan for price and availability

House truffle sales start at €1,200/kg, subject to availability, with a €50 minimum truffle order. Delivery is paid by the buyer. At this starting rate, 50 g costs €60 excluding delivery. The price guide explains the calculation and distinguishes this public price from the workshop participant rate.

Choose a market, online enquiry or workshop

You can enquire online, meet us at Saint-Paul-Trois-Châteaux market on a confirmed date or discover hunting in a workshop. State your meal date and intended use for each route. An online enquiry does not automatically reserve a batch. Restaurants can prepare requirements with the professional guide and supplier pack.