Acorn Fed Ibérico Shoulder Ham “Sierra de Codex”

Acorn Fed Ibérico Shoulder Ham (50% Ibérico Breed)

The Sierra de Codex Acorn Fed Ibérico Shoulder Ham is obtained after the traditional salting, curing and maturing of the extreme ends of our very best Ibérico pigs, which are the result of the best cross-breading, reaching ratios of up to 50% Ibérico breed. They naturally free-range throughout our meadowlands during the montanera period enjoying the abundant acorns that drop from the Holm oaks.

Curing of hams is a slow and lengthy process in which the most traditional methods are used in our natural drying sheds found in Guijuelo. Due to the altitude and cold microclimate of Guijuelo, salting of the hams is less heavy handed than in other ham producing areas. Thus the almost sweet nuance that first appears on the palate.

Its flavor is mellow and delicate, with more intensity than the Ham due to its shorter curing period, yet not quite as rich in nuances. Its aroma, fine and pleasant, is also unmistakable as it includes the particular hues resulting from the pig’s diet of acorns during the montanera (free-range) period.

• Curing period: between 24 and 36 months in our own natural drying sheds.
• Allergens: Allergen Free. Gluten Free, Lactose Free

• Curing period: between 14 and 24 months in our own natural drying sheds.
• Allergens: Allergen Free. Gluten Free, Lactose Free