Growing high quality Black Winter Truffles
in the heart of the beautiful Yarra Valley
Discover Truffle Valley
Truffle Valley is a family run business, growing highly prized Black Winter truffles in the heart of the beautiful Yarra Valley. This species of truffle (tuber melanosporum) is sought after and highly prized worldwide. We have a rustic farm gate shop on our farm where customers can purchase the highest quality freshly harvested truffles.
Visitors to our truffle farm can also have a captivating truffle hunting adventure. This is an immersive experience you will remember for its uniqueness, connection to nature and of course the thrill of the hunt. Truffle Hunts are guided by our expertly trained truffle dogs, who use their remarkable scent detection skills to locate ripe truffles beneath the soil. Visitors can touch, smell, taste and even harvest a truffle themselves. Book a truffle hunt early to secure your spot for the coming truffle season.
Just 1 hour from Melbourne, amidst rolling vineyards and untouched landscapes, our truffles draw their richness, depth and unmistakeable character from the spirit of this extraordinary region. Each Truffle Valley truffle is an indulgent pleasure for your palate.
Truffles are one of the most exquisite flavours known in the culinary world, so visit us in truffle season and indulge yourself by purchasing some fresh truffles. For a truly authentic winter experience, we offer Truffle Hunts that will transport you into the mysterious, subterranean world of truffles.
Truffles have always been an elusive crop demanding years of patient dedication before they come to maturity. In the cool winter months, their exotic aroma escapes the earth to signal when they are ripe to harvest and it is only then that they are expertly detected by our trusty truffle dogs, Tessa and Rita, and finally harvested with the care of an archaeologist.
After your Truffle Valley Experience?
Whether you’re joining us for a truffle hunt or visiting our farmgate for fresh truffles, you may wish to continue your day in the Yarra Valley—perhaps with a relaxed meal after your hunt, another memorable experience in the region, or even an extended stay to fully unwind and explore. We’re pleased to offer recommendations to our Truffle Valley partners representing a selection of local wineries, dining venues, experiences, and accommodation options to help you shape the rest of your visit.
A live list of our current partners HERE.
Feel free to ask us for recommendations during your visit—we’re always happy to help you plan your day.
Black WINTER Truffle
This is the famous Black Winter Truffle (tuber melanosporum) that is so sought after and highly prized worldwide. It is also known as “Périgord Truffle”, after that region in France. Its outer layer is a black rough looking skin but inside reveals an intricate network of thin, white veins which standout on the inner black. Truffles have a mysterious history of secret forest hiding places. In the past, the whereabouts of truffles was a heavily guarded secret of peasant farmers.
Our Amazing Truffles
Black Winter Truffle, (tuber melanosporum) is treasured worldwide for its intense aroma and deep earthy flavour. For this reason it is also aptly nicknamed BLACK GOLD.
Harvested in winter, the cold ground yields the ‘Black Gold’ when it develops its intense, distinctive aroma. It is a culinary treasure, found beneath the ground, clinging to its host tree for vital carbohydrates and sugars. In return the fungus feeds the tree roots with phosphates and nitrates creating a wonderfully symbiotic relationship!
Eat Truffle
Truffles are an epicurean delight with a unique, unforgettable, tantalizing taste, that cannot easily be described by comparison with other food fare. Their history, cultivation and character make them an exotic, sought-after ingredient by discerning chefs and foodies alike.
Truffles can be used in many foods such as pastas, soups, sauces, cheeses, honey and eggs. Or they can simply be shaved over your favourite steak, fish, or white meat to enhance the meal with a whole new dimension of scrumptious pleasure.
Explore the Yarra Valley
Truffle Valley is nestled in the Yarra Valley, famous for its fertility and exceptional produce. Here too, you can enjoy a wonderland of experiences, only an hour from Melbourne. Discover the wineries, artisan foods, farmers markets, beautiful scenery and experience unique adventures that take your breath away.
Click here for more information about exploring the beautiful Yarra Valley.
Latest News
Rita apprentice truffle hunter graduates
We are proud to report that Rita apprentice truffle hunter, has graduated to trainee truffle hunter at Truffle Valley in the Yarra Valley. She started her scent detection training at 3 months old as apprentice truffle hunter. She loves doing the work but really thinks it is all just a fun game. Tessa giving Rita driving lessons in the farm buggy Tessa was delighted from day 2 when Rita, arrived at Truffle Valley in the Yarra Valley. She was only 8 weeks old, but already confident and curious...
