Iberian Shoulder

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At El Palacio del Jamón, you will find the most complete selection of Iberian shoulders (Paletas): Acorn-fed (Bellota), Free-range Grain-fed (Cebo de Campo), and Grain-fed (Cebo), featuring the market's top brands. All our pieces are certified under the Spanish Royal Decree 4/2014 and delivered to your door within 3 to 4 business days. With experience since 1996, we have spent three decades selecting the finest products from the Spanish Dehesa.

How we select the best Iberian Shoulders at El Palacio del Jamón

Selecting a high-quality Iberian shoulder requires the expert eye of a true Master Ham Maker. At El Palacio del Jamón, we have spent thirty years visiting drying rooms and cellars to bring you only the pieces that meet our strict selection criteria. The first indicator we check is the fat infiltration: those white veins marbling the meat are the unmistakable hallmark of slow curing and superior Iberian genetics.

The secret lies in the origin. The finest 100% Iberian pigs spend their "montanera" season in the dehesa, feeding on acorns, grass, and natural resources. Acorns are extraordinarily rich in oleic acid, making the acorn-fed shoulder a healthy product with a deep, cellar-aged aroma. Our masters verify each piece through "calado" (scenting), rejecting any specimen that does not reach the optimal level of natural curing.

Key Differences: Acorn-fed, Free-range Grain-fed, and Grain-fed

According to the Royal Decree 4/2014, every piece must be identified with an inviolable colored seal (brida) that guarantees traceability based on the pig's diet and breed purity:

Note: The Iberian shoulder (Paleta) comes from the front leg. It is smaller and more intense than the ham (Jamón) due to its proximity to the bone and excellent fat infiltration.

Master Slicer's Selection: Recommendations

If you are looking for the very best, these three references from our catalog are the perfect starting point:

• 5 Jotas 100% Iberian Acorn-fed Shoulder: The crown jewel of Jabugo with a black seal.
• Lazo DOP Jabugo — 100% Iberian Acorn-fed Shoulder: Maximum territorial expression and artisanal quality.
• La Jara — 100% Iberian Free-range Grain-fed Shoulder: Breed purity with unbeatable value for money.

El Palacio del Jamón: Iberian Tradition

Shoulders are just a sample of the Iberian culture you will find at El Palacio del Jamón. We work directly with the best producers to guarantee unique, traceable pieces under current regulations.