Trifola d'Or International White Truffle Fair

The Murisengo White Truffle Fair

The Trifola d'Or International White Truffle Fair is one of the most anticipated food and wine events of the Piedmontese autumn. It takes place in Murisengo, a small village in the province of Alessandria nestled in the hills of Lower Monferrato, Piedmont. The name "Trifola" is the local Piedmontese dialect term for truffle, while "d'Or" (of gold) highlights the excellence and value of this earth-born treasure. The event revolves around the Tuber Magnatum Pico, the rare white truffle that Rossini famously dubbed "the Mozart of mushrooms."

A Centuries-Old Tradition

The truffle trade in Murisengo dates back to 1530, and over the centuries, the village has earned the reputation of being a "land of truffles." The modern fair has seen dozens of editions, and in 2025, it achieved the status of an International Fair, while maintaining its authentic, rural character. All truffles displayed and sold during the event are certified by the National Centre for Truffle Studies in Alba, of which Murisengo is a founding member: a guarantee of quality and traceability for those purchasing this precious hypogeous fungus.

What to See and Taste

A path winds through the streets of the historic center, blending market stalls, culture, and flavors. Highlights of the fair include:

• Direct display and sale of certified white truffles, with free appraisal services available;
• Stalls featuring typical Monferrato products, local crafts, and farm-to-table markets;
• Traditional Piedmontese dishes such as tajarin, agnolotti, eggs with truffle, and bagna cauda, paired with Monferrato wines;
• Sensory seminars dedicated to learning about truffles;
• Exhibitions, guided nature walks, and excursions through the hills.

The "Trifola d'Or" Award

The institutional heart of the fair is the "Trifola d'Or" Award, presented annually to figures from the worlds of culture, science, and gastronomy who have promoted the region and Italian excellence. The ceremony, along with the granting of honorary citizenships, highlights the festive Sundays in the Municipality of Murisengo.

An Autumn in the Monferrato Hills

The "Trifola d'Or" is more than just a fair; it is an opportunity to discover Lower Monferrato, a landscape of vineyards and villages now recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site. The truffle season welcomes visitors for several weekends between October and December, featuring widespread events, partner restaurants, and experiences related to truffle hunting with local trifolao (truffle hunters) and their dogs.