Truffles from Istria
Within the heart of Istria, between the medieval towns of Buzet and Motovun, lays the Motovun
forest. It is the habitat of the underground mushroom – truffle. Due to the Mediterranean climate and forest vegetation, truffles from Istria are considered among the highest quality and most esteemed in the world. Truffles grow in the dampness of the Motovun forest and can be found at depths from 5 cm up to 30 cm and more. They grow in symbiosis with the roots of trees. In the oak forests that extend through the valley of the river Mirna, it is possible to find several species of truffles that can be found only with the help of well-trained dogs.
The white truffle (Tuber magnatum pico), which ripens from September to January, has an
amazingly intense and pleasant aroma and is considered the most prized truffle. Unlike black truffles, white truffles cannot be cultivated and are only accessible in their natural habitat. The white truffle from Motovun forest, due to the Mediterranean climate and specific forest
vegetation, is considered among the highest quality in the world. It is becoming increasingly present in first class restaurants around the globe.
In addition to the white truffles, within the valley of the river Mirna there are also: black summer truffles (Tuber aestivum) that grow in summer and are the most common species of black truffles, black autumn truffles (Tuber Uncinatum) and black winter truffles (Tuber melanosporum) which is considered the finest sort of black truffles. It grows from January to spring and is also called the noble black truffle. Many families in Istria cultivate the tradition of truffle hunting which they inherited from their ancestors and as such is passed from generation to generation. The secrets of the search areas, dog training and the like are carefully guarded.
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Sommer Schwarzer Trüffel – Tuber aestivum
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