Beher Paleta de Bellota 100% Ibérico ~10 lbs – Whole Ham USA

The Beher Paleta de Bellota 100% Ibérico is a whole bone-in Iberian shoulder ham from Monte Regio's celebrated Beher brand — cured for a minimum of 24 months in Guijuelo, Salamanca, one of Spain's most prestigious Ibérico curing regions. Made exclusively from purebred Ibérico pigs that roam the oak dehesas of Extremadura feeding on bellotas (acorns), this paleta delivers extraordinary fat marbling, nutty complexity, and the unmistakable depth of authentic Spanish jamón at the highest level. Ships directly to your door across the USA.

What Makes Beher Paleta de Bellota Different

• 100% purebred Ibérico pigs — not crossed with other breeds; the full Ibérico genetic profile for maximum marbling
• Bellota (acorn-fed) — pigs feed freely on acorns during montanera, producing the signature intramuscular fat
• 24+ month cure in Guijuelo — Salamanca's mountain air and Beher's artisan methods create unmatched depth
• Paleta (shoulder) — more intense and concentrated than rear-leg jamón; preferred by many seasoned aficionados
• ~10 lbs / ~4.5 kg — a whole, bone-in, skin-on ham ready to mount on a jamonero

Tasting Notes

Deep ruby-red meat with fine, abundant white fat marbling — a visual testament to the Bellota diet and long cure. The aroma is nutty, complex, and deeply Spanish: acorn, toasted wood, and aged fat. On the palate: intensely savory with a clean, lingering sweetness from the bellota fat. Roasted hazelnut, dried fig, and fine curado ham. The fat melts instantly, releasing waves of flavor that linger long. This is jamón ibérico at the peak of the craft.

How to Carve and Serve

Bring to room temperature for 30 minutes before carving. Mount on a sturdy jamonero stand and use a long, flexible ham knife to carve paper-thin slices. Serve on a wooden board with crusty bread or picos de pan, aged Manchego, Marcona almonds, and a glass of Fino sherry, aged Rioja, or Cava. An unforgettable centerpiece for charcuterie boards, dinner parties, and special occasions across California, Florida, New York, and beyond.

• Slice paper-thin for best texture and flavor
• Always serve at room temperature — never cold
• A jamonero stand and sharp ham knife are strongly recommended
• Pairs with Fino sherry, Tempranillo, Manzanilla, or Cava

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between Paleta and Jamón?
Paleta comes from the front shoulder of the Ibérico pig; Jamón comes from the rear leg. The shoulder has more connective tissue and a more intense, concentrated flavor. Many aficionados consider paleta more complex in character. It is also typically smaller and more affordable than a full rear-leg jamón.

What does 100% Ibérico mean?
It means the pig is a purebred Ibérico with no crossbreeding with Duroc or other breeds. 100% Ibérico commands premium quality and superior fat marbling compared to 50% or 75% Ibérico.

Can I buy a whole Ibérico Paleta online and ship to California or Florida?
Yes. The Beher Paleta de Bellota ships directly to any address in the continental United States including California, Florida, Texas, and New York — no refrigeration required during transit.

Shipping & Storage

Ships as a shelf-stable cured product — no refrigeration required during transit. Once you begin carving, cover the cut face with a thin slice of the outer fat and store at room temperature in a cool, dry place away from heat and sunlight. Consume within 2–3 months of the first cut. Do not refrigerate whole uncut hams.