Features
Weight
80g
Variety
Black Truffle Sauce
Region
Marche and Umbria, Italy
Accreditation
Small Artisan Producer

La Cerqua Tartufi, Black Truffle Sauce 5%, 80g

La Cerqua Truffle Sauce is 80g of La Cerqua Tartufi black truffle sauce at 5% real truffle. Delivered ready to use.

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Features
Weight
80g
Variety
Black Truffle Sauce
Region
Marche and Umbria, Italy
Accreditation
Small Artisan Producer
Description

La Cerqua Truffle Sauce is 80g of La Cerqua Tartufi black truffle sauce at 5% real truffle — intensely flavoured, ready to stir into pasta, risotto or spread on crostini. La Cerqua Truffle Sauce delivers immediate luxury at the table. As a result, the 5% truffle concentration gives genuine flavour rather than the artificial aroma that cheaper alternatives rely on. Furthermore, 80g provides two generous pasta servings or several bruschetta toppings. In particular, this is the most versatile product in the range — useful directly from the jar as a spread or sauce base.

About La Cerqua Truffle Sauce

La Cerqua Tartufi is an Italian truffle specialist from the Umbrian hills — one of the most celebrated truffle territories in the world. In particular, the oak forests of Umbria produce both black and white truffles that have defined Italian fine dining for centuries. As a result, La Cerqua Tartufi works directly with experienced truffle hunters and applies traditional Italian production methods. Furthermore, every product uses real truffle — not synthetic aroma — the only meaningful distinction in this category. However, truffle is remarkably sensitive and responds to heat, fat and salt in ways that reward understanding. In particular, black truffle has a more robust, earthy character suited to cooking. White truffle is more delicate and best added off the heat. Additionally, La Cerqua Tartufi products contain no artificial flavouring or preservatives. That commitment to real truffle and Italian craft defines every product from La Cerqua Tartufi. That is why this product from The Artisan Food Company consistently impresses even the most discerning cooks.

Why Choose La Cerqua Truffle Sauce From Us

Using truffle sauce and truffle slices well rewards treating them as intensifiers rather than primary ingredients. In contrast to fresh truffle, preserved truffle products suit stirring into warm sauces or scattering over finished dishes. As a result, truffle sauce suits pasta, risotto and crostini where it warms gently without losing its character. Furthermore, truffle slices suit direct placement on warm food — over eggs, steak or pizza where residual heat releases the aroma. However, never boil or fry truffle products as high heat reduces the flavour dramatically. In particular, a spoonful of truffle sauce stirred into cream or butter creates an instant luxury pasta sauce. Moreover, truffle slices make an outstanding topping for bruschetta, crostini or warm cheese dishes. Additionally, the sauce suits spreading on bread or stirring into risotto base for a straightforward luxury. That gentle approach — warm not hot, finishing not cooking — produces the finest result from preserved truffle.

How to Use La Cerqua Truffle Sauce

To get the very best from it:

  • Stir a generous spoonful into hot pasta with good olive oil and Parmigiano for an instant black truffle pasta.
  • Warm gently in a pan with a little cream or butter for a quick truffle sauce for steak or chicken.
  • Furthermore, spread on bruschetta or crostini with a little goat’s cheese or ricotta as a starter.
  • Additionally, stir into risotto during the last two minutes of cooking for a deeply flavoured result.

Perfect Pairings

This product pairs beautifully with:

  • Pasta with Parmigiano Reggiano and good olive oil
  • Crostini, bruschetta or warm toast as a starter or canapé
  • Steak, chicken or roasted vegetables where the sauce adds finishing depth
  • A glass of Barolo, Nero d’Avola or a full Chianti Classico alongside

Storage: Store in a cool, dark place away from direct sunlight. Furthermore, once opened, refrigerate and consume within 3 to 4 weeks. However, allow to reach room temperature before serving for the fullest flavour. Best used within the date shown on the jar.

However you use it, this product brings a depth and luxury that only real Italian truffle can deliver. Moreover, great truffle products always reward restraint and the finest possible base ingredients.

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La Cerqua Tartufi: The Art of Wild Truffle Craftsmanship in Umbria

 

A Hidden Gem in the Green Heart of Italy

Nestled in the rolling hills of Umbria, near the medieval town of Città di Castello, La Cerqua Tartufi is a family-run enterprise dedicated to the age-old tradition of truffle hunting and artisan production. Surrounded by ancient oak groves and pristine woodlands, the location offers the perfect habitat for some of the world’s finest wild truffles. This unspoilt environment is not only essential to the quality of their harvest but also central to their identity as proud Umbrian producers.

 

Exquisite Products, Rooted in Tradition

La Cerqua Tartufi specialises in high-quality truffle products, crafted from freshly foraged black and white truffles. Their offerings range from whole truffles in brine and truffle oils to gourmet sauces, salts, and pastes. Every product reflects a deep respect for culinary heritage and regional authenticity, offering chefs and food lovers a true taste of Umbria. With flavours that capture the essence of the forest, their products are cherished by home cooks and Michelin-starred chefs alike.

 

Ingredients: Pure, Natural and Carefully Selected

Only the finest ingredients make their way into La Cerqua Tartufi’s kitchen. Truffles are harvested at peak ripeness by expert hunters and loyal dogs, then combined with local olive oil, herbs, and other natural components. No artificial additives or preservatives are used, ensuring every bite delivers genuine flavour and aroma.

 

Guided by Passion, Grounded in Ethics

The ethos of La Cerqua Tartufi is built on sustainability, transparency, and a profound respect for nature. The family’s commitment to environmentally responsible practices helps protect the delicate woodland ecosystems that yield their prized truffles. Their long-standing relationships with local farmers and foragers further reinforce their ethical approach to food production.

 

Artisan Methods, Unmatched Quality

What sets La Cerqua Tartufi apart is their unwavering dedication to artisanal production. Small batches, hand-prepared recipes, and a meticulous eye for detail ensure every product meets the highest standards. From the careful cleaning of each truffle to the precise blending of ingredients, nothing is rushed. This intimate, hands-on approach allows the essence of the truffle to shine—authentic, intense, and unmistakably Umbrian.

From forest floor to fine dining, La Cerqua Tartufi offers an unforgettable taste of Italy’s most treasured delicacy.

 

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