Truffle of France

Come discover the mysterious world of the black truffle of the Tricastin
Saturdays, from early December to March 15

Our region is located in the south of the Drome, in the South of France, there where the Dauphiné seems to have married Provence to give birth to the Tricastin. The Tricastin represents more than 60 % of national truffle production.

This invitation to the Tricastin has the ambition not only of helping you discover and get to know the truffle, but also to share with you the passion for the mystery that surrounds it. Mysterious and coveted since the dawn of time, the truffle arouses much more than just a sense of curiosity. Its origins, its shape, its odour, its taste, its colour make the truffle a Grande Dame that everyone agrees to respect. During your time here you will get to know it and love it. Actors and spectators, the roles succeed one another.

- Starting at 9:30
You will be welcomed at the Maison de la Truffe et du Tricastin for a guided discovery of the Back Truffle. 6 rooms, many panels, documents and drawings help you better understand the mystery of the "black diamond".

- 11am
A visit to the RICHERENCHES market, Saturday late morning.
On this occasion, you will discover an authentic truffle market. When you arrive, the truffle-producers will already be there, jealously holding their bulging canvas sacks and string bags, from which escapes an odour that's hard to forget.
The brokers chat and observe as they await the opening of the market.
You'll discover this ambiance as you talk with the truffle brokers and producers.

- 12:30
Free tme to have lunch and maybe the opportunity to sample a truffle omelette.

- 2:30
A tour of a truffle field is the occasion to see how they are found, in the company of a truffle-producer and his hound... Learn the difference between a wild truffle field and a plantation. Appreciate the beautiful complicity between man and his animal, whose training starts shortly after birth ! With passion, with patience, the "rabassier" will explain the secrets of the "cavage" and the uncertainties of the truffle harvest.

- 4:30
Back at the Maison de la Truffe et du Tricastin, you will participate in a unique experience with an introduction to the sensorial, olfactory and gustatory profile of the Truffle : smelling, tasting, studying it... Using several thin slices of the truffle you will discover its appearance, texture, aromas and flavours.

- 6:00
Finally, to bring an end to this beautiful day, we invite you to taste the wines of the Coteaux du Tricastin. Discover the whites, rosés and reds that go from the most sun-filled fruitiness to the most full-bodied, bringing together richness and complexity for your great pleasure.