Truffle research

In the search for truffles with “Andar per Tartufi” you will be accompanied by our seeker and his inseparable dog in search of this treasure hidden in the bush, in our marly and calcareous land.

The research will start with a small general explanation about the vast world of truffles: its different types, the different types of research with the dog or the pig, the training methods and the regulations in force.
Then we will go into the woods (we have several places to look for: some more challenging, suitable for people who like to walk and are equipped appropriately, others easier and comfortable, for children and the elderly so that everyone can enjoy this wonderful adventure!) Where, if we are lucky , we will find a nice prey!

Details and useful information for your guided tours:

Lenght of the experience: 1h30mins
Timeline: upon the guests’ choice
Suggested clothes: comfortable shoes, sporty clothes, appropriate for brief outdoor trekking
Details: guided tour with direct experience of truffle search. possibility to walk the dog into the meticoulous research, followed by the Trifolau. Our Tabui (the dogs trained for the truffle search) are: Buddy, Edvige, Alba, Mia, Kira and Teo.
Merenda del Trifulao: it is possible to add the typical Trifolau break, including typical products paired with local wine. This typical food can be provided either in the forest, or in a typical villa, surrounded by the memories and the local traditions.
Prices: up to 4 guests euro 110 in total | from 4 a 15 guests euro 28 per person. For bigger groups, prices can be arranged directly by phone. 

TASTING OF TYPICAL PRODUCTS

At the end of the search for truffles you can end the experience with a tasting of typical products, accompanied by a good glass of local Barbera wine.
The menu includes several tastings: croutons with Black Truffle Butter and cream with White Truffle, artisan salami and breadsticks “Rubatà”, Robiola d’Alba – traditional fresh cheese with a delicate taste – with sliced ​​or grated Black Truffle, Toma Piemontese with honey with truffles and honey from our production, toasted bread with Bagna Caoda (a warm sauce made with garlic, anchovies and oil) and Robiola d’Alba with sweet and chilly peppers jam of our production, water and wine from Roero.
The location for this moment is usually a convivial point of view, from which to enjoy a magnificent view of the hills, or a small rural house called “ciabot”, nestled in the woods.
While in case of bad weather we will have the opportunity to take shelter in our tasting rooms in an old farmhouse.

TASTING COST: € 15 per person.
DURATION: 30 min

COOKING-CLASS

By our estate, you will have the opportunity to learn, with the help of our cooker, the culinary secrets and the Piedmontese traditional recipes.
With us you can prepare handmade fresh pasta, the famous Tajarin, excellent if paired with Truffle!
This is the perfect experience to be shared with friends and relatives… impossible to resist!
Price: 110 € per person – branded apron and recipes book gifted

ORGANIC SAFFRON HARVEST EXPERIENCE & HONEY WORKSHOP

Saffron Harvesting and Drying

This is a truly unique and exclusive experience, available only during a limited time of the year, from October 15th to the end of November.
You will be guided through our organic saffron field, where, under the expert guidance of our team, you will harvest the saffron flowers. You will then learn how to carefully separate the precious stigmas from each flower before arranging them on drying racks, ready for the drying process.
Price: Available upon request, depending on the number of participants.

THE TRUFFLE HUNTER’S LUNCH

LUNCH AT OUR FAMILY VILLA

There’s no better way to complete your truffle experience than with lunch in our charming 200-year-old family farmhouse, carefully restored to offer every comfort while preserving its authentic character. Originally built as the truffle hunter’s home, the farmhouse is a traditional rural setting steeped in local history and heritage.

OUR MENU INCLUDES:

• Welcome aperitif featuring homemade truffle specialties and Barbera wine salami
• Oven-roasted peppers with a delicate parsley and tuna sauce or cardoon flan with bagna càuda
• Lamb’s lettuce salad with Robiola d’Alba cheese and black truffle or vol-au-vent with Raschera cheese fondue and black truffle
• Homemade tajarin pasta with black or white truffle
• Pan-fried egg topped with black or white truffle
• Traditional bunet (Piedmontese chocolate and amaretti pudding, baked in a bain-marie) or vanilla panna cotta with raspberry coulis
• Water, homemade bread and breadsticks, Barbera wine, and coffee

PRICE WITH BLACK TRUFFLE: 48€ per person
PRICE WITH WHITE TRUFFLE: 110€ per person (prices may vary depending on the market)

Wi-Fi is available and pets are welcolme!

The menu consist in a selection of local products.

Picnic basket for adults:
– goat cheeses of various ages from Az. Agricola Fratelli Pertusio;
– Bergera salad (celery, Toma and walnuts);
– seasonal omelettes;
– local cockerel salad with seasonal vegetables;
– tart with homemade apricot jam;
– artisan bread and water;
– 1 bottle of Roero Arneis or Barbera d’Alba for every 4 people.

Children’s picnic basket:
– selection of cold cuts;
– artisan bread;
– sweet and fruit;
– a drink and water.

Adult basket price: €27 per person.
Child basket price: €15 per person.