Encinares del Sur is a distinguished Spanish meat producer renowned for its premium Jamón de Bellota 100% Ibérico, certified under the Denomination of Origin (D.O.) Los Pedroches. In 2022, Encinares del Sur was honored with the Encina de Plata award, recognizing their product as the best Jamón de Los Pedroches.
Their flagship product, the Jamón de Bellota 100% Ibérico D.O. Los Pedroches, is meticulously crafted from purebred Iberian pigs raised in the dehesas, where they roam freely and feed on acorns during the montanera season. This natural diet imparts a distinctive flavor and texture to the ham. The curing process is conducted using traditional methods, resulting in a product that exemplifies the rich culinary heritage of the region.
Awards
Premios Alimentos de España - Mejor Jamón Ibérico de España
(2016)
Ibéricos COVAP is a renowned Spanish cooperative specializing in premium 100% acorn-fed Ibérico pork products. Founded in 1959 in Pozoblanco, Córdoba, COVAP (Cooperativa Ganadera del Valle de los Pedroches) brings together over 4,500 member farmers dedicated to traditional and sustainable livestock farming practices.
The cooperative is situated in the Los Pedroches Valley, home to one of the world's largest expanses of holm oak forests. This unique ecosystem, known as the dehesa, provides an ideal environment for raising purebred Ibérico pigs. During the montanera season, these free-range pigs roam the dehesa, feeding on acorns, which imparts a distinctive flavor and texture to the meat.
Ibéricos COVAP offers a diverse range of products, including whole hams, sliced cured meats, and gourmet packs. Their flagship product, the Alta Expresión de Los Pedroches acorn-fed 100% Ibérico ham, is celebrated for its exceptional quality and has received multiple international awards.
Belloterra is a Spanish company specializing in the production of cured meats. They are based in the region of Extremadura, known for its high-quality Iberian pigs. The company focuses on traditional methods and local ingredients to produce their products. Their product range includes Iberian ham, chorizo, and salchichón.
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