DOP Extremadura Ibérico de Bellota Ham – Hand-Carved Acorn-Fed Spanish Ham

One of Spain’s Finest Gourmet Specialities

Experience the extraordinary flavour of authentic 100% Ibérico de Bellota Ham, regarded by many food lovers and chefs as one of the world’s greatest cured meats.

Hand-carved and expertly matured for more than three years, this exceptional DOP Extremadura ham offers an unforgettable combination of rich savoury depth, delicate sweetness, nutty complexity and a remarkably long, lingering finish. The texture is silky and melt-in-the-mouth, while the prized marbled fat slowly dissolves on the palate, releasing layers of flavour that make this a truly special gourmet experience.

Perfect as a luxurious starter for two or three people, this is the ideal choice for entertaining, gifting, celebrations or simply treating yourself to one of Spain’s most prestigious artisan foods.

What Makes Ibérico de Bellota So Special?

Not all Iberico ham is the same.

This ham carries the protected DOP Extremadura designation, guaranteeing its authenticity and origin. The free-range Iberico pigs spend their final months roaming the traditional Spanish dehesa woodlands, where they feed naturally on acorns (bellotas) during the annual montanera season.

This unique diet, combined with extensive exercise and a slow curing process of over three years in Badajoz, creates the exceptional marbling, flavour and texture that make Ibérico de Bellota one of the most sought-after hams in the world.

The result is a ham with extraordinary depth, complexity and elegance that simply cannot be replicated.

How Should You Serve Ibérico Ham?

To enjoy Ibérico ham at its very best, serving temperature is crucial.

The ham should be enjoyed at approximately 20°C. At this temperature, the natural fat softens and becomes translucent, creating the luxurious texture and releasing the full spectrum of aromas and flavours.

For Best Results

1. Remove the packet from the refrigerator around 90 minutes before serving.
2. Open the packet approximately 10 minutes before serving.
3. Carefully separate the slices and allow them to breathe.
4. Serve at room temperature.

Please note that the slices are difficult to separate when cold, and the flavour is significantly reduced if served directly from the refrigerator.

What Should You Eat with Ibérico Ham?

The quality of this ham is so exceptional that it is often enjoyed entirely on its own.

However, it also pairs beautifully with:

• Manchego cheese
• Marcona almonds
• Artisan bread
• Spanish olives
• Premium tapas selections
• Manzanilla or Fino sherry
• Quality Spanish red wines

For a truly memorable Spanish-inspired experience, serve as part of a gourmet sharing board with carefully selected Spanish specialities.

Why Customers Love It

• 100% Ibérico de Bellota ham
• Authentic DOP Extremadura certification
• Acorn-fed free-range Iberico pigs
• Matured for more than 3 years
• Hand-carved for optimum presentation
• Rich, complex and intensely savoury flavour
• Luxuriously tender texture
• Perfect gourmet starter for 2–3 people
• One of Spain’s most celebrated artisan foods

Storage

Keep refrigerated below 5°C.

Best before: January 2027.

An Unforgettable Gourmet Experience

Few foods offer the same combination of heritage, craftsmanship and extraordinary flavour as authentic Ibérico de Bellota Ham. Whether enjoyed as the centrepiece of a special occasion, shared with friends over wine, or savoured slice by slice on its own, this exceptional Spanish delicacy delivers a tasting experience that remains long after the last slice has disappeared.