Follow expert truffle hunters and their loyal dogs into the woods of the Crete Senesi.
The hush of the forest, the snuffle of trained dogs, the thrill of unearthing a hidden prize—truffle hunting is a fascinating Tuscan tradition. Guided by experts, you’ll learn to spot the signs of truffle presence and uncover the secrets of this rare delicacy.
Just a few kilometers from Villa Montelandi lies San Giovanni d’Asso, a medieval village in the Crete Senesi and one of the world’s most renowned areas for white truffles. Thanks to its unique clay soils and microclimate, this land has become the cradle of a culinary jewel celebrated worldwide. Each November, the village comes alive with the Festa del Tartufo Bianco, a vibrant festival to pay tribute to the prized white truffle.
Conclude the adventure with a tasting of freshly found truffles, prepared in simple, fragrant dishes that allow their unmistakable aroma to shine.
Where: Woods and truffle grounds of the Crete Senesi
