The concentrations of the volatile components of the white truffle (Tuber magnatum Pico), determined by purge and trap methods, showed the impact role of 2,4-dithiapentane. The degradation of the aroma showed great dependence on the storage conditions. At 0°C amyl alcohols are released, while at room temperature the conversion of 2,4-dithiapentane into dimethyl disulphide becomes the most relevant alteration of the flavour.
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Bellesia et al. (1996) studied this question.