Iberico Bellota Ham Leg 100% (8.5Kg)

Prado Bello Bellota Ham Leg

The Prado Bello bellota ham leg (8.5Kg) represents one of Spain’s most prized ham traditions, combining Iberian pig heritage with the unique diet of acorns, or bellotas, during the montanera season. This natural feeding, alongside extended curing, delivers complex flavours and aromas that set bellota ham apart from other cured meats. The result is a leg with extraordinary depth, offering a melt-in-the-mouth experience layered with nutty richness, silky fat, and a lasting savoury sweetness.

At approximately 8.5Kg, this ham leg makes a grand centrepiece, whether for special occasions or for those who wish to savour authentic bellota Iberico ham at home over time. Its marbling, derived from the acorn diet, ensures every slice carries a distinctive balance of tenderness and flavour. Praised as one of the pinnacles of Spanish gastronomy, bellota ham is both a culinary treasure and a cultural emblem.

This product is available in two formats depending on your preference. For the traditionalist, the whole uncarved leg presents the ham in its most striking form. Carving directly from the leg allows you to cut ultra-thin slices at home, adjusting the serving style to your taste and enjoying the ritual of preparing ham in the authentic Spanish way. For added convenience, you may choose the carved and vacuum-packed option, in which skilled hands prepare perfect slices that remain fresh and ready to serve. This approach saves both time and effort while preserving the integrity of the ham’s texture and taste.

The Prado Bello bellota ham leg is as versatile as it is luxurious. It is typically served thinly sliced at room temperature, where its full aroma and flavour shine best. It pairs beautifully with Spanish wines such as Reserva Riojas, classic Ribera del Duero reds, or for a traditional Andalusian match, a glass of dry fino or manzanilla sherry. On the table, it needs little accompaniment: rustic bread, a delicate cheese, or simply a drizzle of olive oil is enough to let its unique flavour speak for itself.

Bellota ham is prized for its health benefits as well as its flavour. Thanks to the acorn-rich diet, it contains a higher proportion of oleic acid—similar to that found in olive oil—which is said to support a healthy heart while also delivering a luscious taste. Every slice reflects both care in breeding and artistry in the curing process, which can last several years under carefully monitored conditions.

For celebrations, dinner parties, or as a long-lasting indulgence at home, this bellota ham leg is more than food; it is a direct link to Spain’s rich food heritage and craftsmanship—a taste experience that elevates any gourmet table.

How the Spanish Enjoy A Full Bellota Ham Leg

In Spain, bellota ham is cherished as the crown jewel of cured meats, often reserved for special occasions or as the highlight of social gatherings. Families proudly place the leg on a jamonero (ham stand), steadily carving paper-thin slices for guests throughout the meal. It is traditionally paired with simple accompaniments such as rustic bread or pan con tomate, where bread is gently rubbed with fresh tomato and finished with olive oil.

In Andalusia and Extremadura, the regions where acorn-fed Iberian pigs roam the dehesa oak pastures—the ham is considered both a festive food and a symbol of pride in local tradition. In tapas bars, small raciones of bellota ham are served as the star of the plate, often paired with a fine glass of red wine or sherry. Increasingly, many Spaniards also enjoy the convenience of carved and vacuum-packed bellota ham, which allows them to quickly serve authentic slices at home without carving difficulty, all while retaining the prized flavour.