Venture into ancient woodland with a celebrated local truffle hunter and his trained hounds. Unearth prized truffles yourself, then return to a centuries-old farmhouse for an extraordinary tasting lunch built around your morning's harvest.
What to expect
You meet your forager and his Lagotto Romagnolo dogs at the woodland edge at dawn. The dogs work the undergrowth while your guide explains the ecology, folklore, and market secrets of Italy's most coveted ingredient. Back at the farmhouse, the matriarch of the family prepares tagliatelle al tartufo, carpaccio, and aged pecorino — all paired with local Sagrantino. The table is set under a vine-draped pergola overlooking rolling hills.
Good to know
Seasons matter: white truffles peak Oct–Dec, black truffles Jan–Mar. Wear sturdy walking shoes and comfortable layers. Private transfer from port recommended; the farmhouse is typically 45–75 minutes inland.