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Cinco Jotas

60-month matured ham | Bellota | acorn-fed 100% Ibérico “Brida Negra” from Andalusia

The very best of its kind – surpassing even the highest quality standards in Spain (“Brida Negra” = black label); only about 1% of all hams ever reach the “Brida Negra” level.
Hind leg instead of shoulder – matured for 5 years, finer muscle, tender texture and full-bodied depth
Aroma: intense & long, with notes of acorns, damp grass and thyme. Nuances of roasted aromas and wood.
100% Ibérico – purebred lineage, even marbling, succulent meat with a typical nutty flavor
Acorn-fed in free-range conditions – natural diet of acorns, grasses and roots, no concentrated feed
Generous pastures – around 2 hectares per animal (≈ 2 football fields) for exercise and a fine fat structure
Traditional maturation – natural air drying in historic cellars, without artificial acceleration
Sustainable farming – respectful animal husbandry preserves the oak forests of Andalusia and supports local family farms
The wine matures for 60 months in the historic natural cellars of Jabugo – without artificial cooling.

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60-month matured ham | Bellota | acorn-fed 100% Ibérico “Brida Nega” from Andalusia

Cinco Jotas Jamón Ibérico de Bellota is among the rarest and highest quality hams in Spain. It comes from Jabugo in Andalusia, where the traditional brand has been operating according to the same artisanal principles since 1879. Only purebred, 100% Iberian pigs, raised in the open countryside, form the basis for this quality.

During the acorn fattening season (October to March), the animals feed exclusively on acorns, grasses, and roots – a natural diet that imparts aromatic qualities to the intramuscular fat and gives the meat its characteristic mild, nutty flavor. Each animal has approximately two hectares of pasture, which allows for exercise, even fat distribution, and a fine meat texture.

The ham is matured for 3 to 5 years in the historic natural cellars of Jabugo – without artificial refrigeration, solely through the changing seasons. This results in a ham with a delicate texture, fine marbling, and a full-bodied depth of flavor.

The Cinco Jotas Jamón Ibérico de Bellota carries the "Brida Negra" quality designation – the highest category in Spain. Only about 1% of all air-dried hams reach this level, which exclusively includes purebred Ibérico animals raised free-range and fed on acorns.
At Cinco Jotas, however, these standards are surpassed: stricter animal selection, longer maturation periods and uncompromising handwork ensure a result that is considered a benchmark even within the Brida Negra class.

Each whole ham from Cinco Jotas is carefully placed in a breathable cotton bag and additionally packed in a sturdy protective box. This ensures it remains perfectly protected – from shipping to storage at home.

Sustainability & Origin:
Cinco Jotas has always stood for respectful animal husbandry and sustainable management of the oak pastures (Dehesas) of Andalusia. This form of extensive farming maintains the ecological balance and supports local family farms.

Hind leg instead of shoulder:
This ham comes from the hind leg of the Iberian pig – the true Jamón Ibérico . It matures significantly longer than a paleta (shoulder), has finer meat fibers, and a richer aroma. The result is a complex, well-balanced, and exceptionally tender ham that embodies all the characteristics of genuine Bellota quality.

Enjoyment and storage of whole hams
Best consumed at 20-24 °C. This allows the aroma of the fat to come through.
Storage: Ideal temperature: 14–18 °C (cool, dry, well-ventilated).
Location: Ideally in a pantry or a cool cellar , not in the refrigerator.
Fat protects the ham – it prevents it from drying out and should have a slight shine.
Warmer temperatures (up to ≈ 22 °C) are not a problem, provided the room is dry.
Shelf life: Whole hams can be stored for at least 12 months, often considerably longer – the aroma even continues to develop. After the first cut, we recommend enjoying it within 6 weeks.

Our tip
A Cinco Jotas Jamón Ibérico is a natural product – it breathes.
A slight ripening aroma and some shiny grease are signs of true craftsmanship, not of flaws.
Enjoy it in thin slices, at room temperature, and treat yourself to the authentic taste of Spain.
Appearance: Three shades of color from deep red to pink. Shiny distribution of fat tissue in the meat and small crystals that form through gradual and slow air drying.
Aroma: Intense, long, with notes of acorns, damp grass and thyme. Nuances of roasted aromas and wood.
Texture: The maza (the upper and larger part of the pork leg) is soft, juicy, and supple. The end of the ham and the piece known as the jarrete have a more fibrous, firmer, and denser texture.
Taste: The unique flavor of Cinco Jotas ham is reminiscent of acorns, roasted hazelnuts, damp wood, and wildflowers. Sweeter and fattier towards the end of the ham. Umami.
The Cinco Jotas ham is a work of art by nature, which must be personally cared for by master craftsmen for up to five years, who select only the best pieces to achieve perfection.
Discover the unique experience of the captivating and nuanced flavor of Cinco Jotas ham. Each piece is carefully selected by our master butchers.

Further product details

Product: Jamón Ibérico de Bellota 100% Ibérico (Cinco Jotas) · with bones
Net weight: 7 - 8 kg
Origin: Jabugo (Huelva, Andalusia, Spain)
Manufacturer: Osborne Sánchez Romero Carvajal Jabugo SAU, Ctra. San Juan del Puerto s/n, 21290 Jabugo (Huelva), Spain
Breed: 100% Ibérico (pata negra)
Section: Hind leg (Jamón Ibérico de Bellota)
Feeding: Acorn fattening and grazing in the wild
Maturation period: 36 – 60 months (natural cellar maturation)
Processing: traditionally air-dried, artisanally matured
Storage: Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight.
Note: After cutting, cover the cut surface with a slice of white fat from the ham and protect it with a clean cotton cloth.

Ingredients & Nutritional Information

Ingredients: 100% Iberian pork ham, sea salt, antioxidant E-301 (sodium ascorbate), acidity regulator E-331(iii) (sodium citrate), preservative E-252 (potassium nitrate)
Nutritional information per 100 g: Energy 1338 kJ / 321 kcal · Fat 21 g (of which saturates 7.5 g) · Carbohydrate 0 g (of which sugars 0 g) · Protein 33 g · Salt 4.1 g
Allergens: none according to EU Regulation 1169/2011

Kilokalorien (kcal)	1338 kJ / 321 kcal
Fett	21 g
davon gesättigte Fettsäuren	7.5 g
Kohlenhydrate	0 g
davon Zucker	0 g
Eiweiß	33 g

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60-month matured ham | Bellota | acorn-fed 100% Ibérico “Brida Negra” from Andalusia