The first De.Co. certification for black truffles in Calabria:
a recognition that highlights a unique product of excellence
and opens up new opportunities for the region.

On August 5, 2025, Montegiordano, a village on the Ionian coast of Cosenza, reached an important milestone: the official approval of the Municipal Designation of Origin (De.Co.) dedicated to the “Black Truffle of Montegiordano”.
It is the first De.Co. for black truffles in Calabria a recognition that confirms the deep bond between this prized fruit of the earth and the territory that hosts it, opening up new prospects for economic and tourist growth.

A strategic step for local promotion

The establishment of De.Co. is not just a formal act: it represents an investment in the future of the territory. With this certification, Montegiordano aims to strengthen its role in the food and wine scene, support farms, and encourage new entrepreneurial initiatives related to truffles.

The undisputed star is the black summer truffle, one of the most prized varieties in Europe, particularly suited to the local microclimate. Thanks to the calcareous soils typical of the area, it develops an intense aroma, a strong flavor, and a highly valuable nutritional profile, with a very low calorie content and high protein content: qualities that make it an increasingly sought-after product on international markets.

A project to promote local growth and businesses

De.Co. represents a concrete commitment to promoting the local area: it supports agricultural businesses, encourages the creation of controlled truffle grounds, and redevelops often unused agricultural land, also contributing to the development of experiential tourism. In collaboration with CREA Calabria, the municipality will offer technical and scientific support to start new crops: soil analysis, selection of the most suitable symbiotic plants (oaks, holm oaks, and hazelnuts), training of specialized operators, and assistance in promoting the product. The goal is to make Montegiordano a benchmark for truffle cultivation in Southern Italy.

Sassone Tartufi: the value of our land

In Montegiordano, in the heart of the Calabrian-Lucanian Apennines, we at Sassone Tartufi harvest and process truffles with respect and dedication, transforming every stage of the production process into an act of love for our land and its history.
Our mission is to bring the excellence of Calabrian truffles to the world, maintaining high quality standards and transforming each product into an experience that tells the story of the territory, culture, and authentic passion. Today, our truffles reach 60 countries around the world, but we continue to look beyond, with the aim of making the value of the Black Truffle of Montegiordano increasingly known. The De.Co. recognition of the “Black Truffle of Montegiordano” is a source of great pride for us and confirms the value of our work: the truffle that grows here is not only a prized ingredient, but a true symbol of identity. It tells the story of a community, the richness of a landscape, and the strength of a tradition that we want to preserve and pass on.
Combining excellence, innovation, and sustainability, we work every day to ensure a future for this extraordinary resource and to make the Black Truffle of Montegiordano an authentic ambassador of our land throughout the world.