Are European white truffles significantly superior in flavour to those from North America?
There is a rumour that white truffles harvested in Europe by pigs or dogs are much better in terms of flavour than those from North America, hence the reason for the higher price of European white truffles, the main reason given for the aroma difference is that it has something to do with the way the Americans harvest their truffles.
Are European white truffles much more aromatic and flavourful than the North American ones? I would like to try truffles but I do not want to spend too much money on the European ones if the American ones are just as good or nearly as good.
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I think the truffles that are exported are of better quality on average than what you'll find on the european market. I've never tried the american ones consciously (they're not imported to Europe as far as I know).
You could also take into account that the fresher the truffles are the better the quality, so in theory it would be better to eat american truffles in the USA and european truffles in Europe.
Given the mind boggling price differences and the supposed high quality of the stuff found in the forests in Oregon, you're likely going to be well off picking the local stuff.
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Which truffle is best?
As stated, there are many varieties of truffles from all over the globe. But the two best are the black or Perigord truffle, and the veritably sacrosanct white truffle, a.k.a., trifola d'Alba or Alba Madonna of Piedmont, Italy.What are the best white truffles come from?
While all truffles are deeply valued, the white truffle from Alba (a particular species called tuber magnatum) is the most desired for its unforgettable flavor.What is so special about white truffles?
The white truffle is pungent and unforgettable, a mixture of mineral and animal secretion with woodsy notes. The white truffle must awaken something primal in those who eat it, because its adherents are many, and they are passionate.Where are white truffles from?
White truffle season is from September to December when they grow wild in the forests around Alba, a small Piemontese township. In particular, they grow deep in the forests of Langhe, a fertile area in Piemonte perfectly situated between the Tanaro and Po Rivers and the Alps and Apennine mountain ranges.Why Real Truffles Are So Expensive | So Expensive
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I would expect a difference in taste between an N. American white truffle and a European one simply because they are not of the same species.
Italian white truffle are "Tuber magnatum" and N. Amercian are either "Tuber oregonense" or "Tuber gibbosum" depending on region and time of harvest.
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