Leg of 100% Iberian ham Majada Pedroche, Black Label

Whole piece approx. 7kg The 100% Iberian ham leg has an extraordinary texture and is truly exquisite on the palate. Likewise, it has a fine persistence, a brilliant appearance when cut and a predominance of volatile aspects in juiciness and aroma. The flavor of a 100% Iberian breed ham is characterized by its high level of oleic acid and its high unsaturated fats that provide that characteristic flavor. And what is so beneficial for our body, Omega 3 and 6. Within these factors, the better the diet, the origin of the Iberian breed and the type of breeding that they have had, the better quality the ham will have. When it comes to consuming one ham or another, especially if we compare them, the breed will stand out and if it has been fed on acorns, pastures or even fruit over white breed hams that have been fed on feed. That does not mean that you have to buy an Iberian ham, if you have a tighter budget you can find Serrano hams that have an exquisite flavor and texture. Data sheet Ingredients: Hind leg of 100% acorn-fed Iberico pig Producer: Majada Pedroche. Origin: Valley of the Pedroches (Córdoba). Nutritional information: Energy 1473 Kj / 352 Kcl Fats 24g Saturated 9.7g Carbohydrates 0.8 g Sugars <0.1g Proteins 33.6g Salt 3.4g Conservation: In a place with a temperature of 5 to 7 degrees. Tasting note: Taste full of character. It is a ham with spectacular taste, very juicy and that you will never get tired of. At Made in Spain Gopurmet we always recommend pairing it with premium cava. It is a perfect combination of our gourmet concept. If you are interested in buying a Spanish ham, Made in Spain Gourmet is the best store for Spanish gourmet products, because it also offers you Black Label Iberian hams, the best and most select ones. With free shipping throughout Europe. How we select the hams at Made in Spain Gourmet Selecting only black label Iberian hams guarantees you the most unique product of Spanish gastronomy. and although the other categories offer good products, nothing can be compared to an Iberian acorn-fed ham. The ham is obtained from the rear part of the pig, the hind legs, which weigh approximately between 7 and 8.5 kg. Although sometimes you can find hams up to 10 kg. With a proportion of bone and fat of 50%. There are 2 types of ham, of Iberian origin and the one that comes from a white pig. We only offer the one that is of 100% Iberian origin. The condition of the breed is what will determine other key aspects that will differentiate one ham from another. These aspects are: the animal's diet, the healing time and the environment in which it has been raised, that is, if it has lived in captivity or if it has lived in the wild. Characteristics of 100% acorn-fed Iberian ham It is very important to know the geographical location, food, certification, curing and aging of the Iberian ham to recognize it as such. Iberian ham is considered to be hams of the Iberian breed that have been raised and cured in the Iberian Peninsula (in Spain and Portugal). And only these. For this reason, the certification issued by the Ministry of Agriculture of Spain is very important, and it guarantees the traceability of the animal, the purity of the breed, the food it has obtained and the type of breeding it has had. The certification is shown with a plastic label, band or seal, around the hoof and that depending on the color is one type of Iberian ham or another. In our case, the black label, the one that grants the greatest distinction. The diet of the 100% Iberian breed Iberian pigs that we have at Made in Spain Gourmet have been fed only with natural feed, natural pastures and acorns. The 100% Iberian breed pigs are raised in freedom, during the montanera season, fattening. Where they can reach up to 180 kilos. This freedom gives them relaxation and a unique quality of life, which is evident in the quality of the meat. The curing of a ham only determines the size of the leg and also its percentage of fat. A 100% Iberian breed ham usually has a minimum curing period of 36, although it can reach 48 months. Patience offers customers a spectacular final product. Recommendation: do not buy hams that are not certified, because you do not know their origin. At Made in Spain Gourmet, there are only certified hams, with the black label, the highest distinction. Black label: 100% Iberian breed ham: Black label Iberian ham is one that has a black band. This badge indicates that the breed of ham is 100% Iberian and that it has fed on acorns and natural pastures, as well as living in the wild. It is undoubtedly the most expensive and valued ham. Its cure can be greater than 48 months. a real gem. Other Labels: Red, green and white (where the pork is of lower quality. The Iberico Pata Negra is a 100% Iberico ham. It has not undergone a cross with other pig breeds. The genetics of the Iberian breed mean that, being a ham obtained from purebred pigs, it has a higher content of unsaturated fats and higher oleic acid than other hams, characteristics that make it very healthy. At first glance it is a fattier ham than the rest, its texture when cut is consistent. It has a darker color and veining when cut, which stands out to the eye. Its flavor is very characteristic and it is more cured than the rest of Iberian hams. Its flavor leaves a pleasant taste on the palate that lasts for a while.