A 360º experience at the Cinco Jotas curing cellars
Some dream of watching a football match at the legendary Maracanã Stadium in Rio de Janeiro, or enjoying an opera at the La Scala Theatre in Milan, or attending a movie premiere in the heart of Times Square in New York. For lovers of gastronomy and authentic 100% acorn-fed Iberian ham, there is an experience they should live at least once in their lifetime: visiting the Cinco Jotas Winery in Jabugo.
This iconic century-old building holds the secrets and history of Cinco Jotas. Touring its halls, patios, drying rooms, and other striking spaces means savoring the legacy of several generations of Jabugo families who have worked hard to preserve the purest essence of 100% acorn-fed Iberian ham.
The first thing visitors encounter when crossing the threshold of the winery is a beautiful courtyard where, many years ago, the pigs were slaughtered. This marks the beginning of a tour lasting over an hour, during which travelers will learn about the history of Cinco Jotas through a collection of photographs, videos, work tools, and a detailed explanation by Cinco Jotas" professional guides.
One of the most striking moments occurs when the visitor arrives at the south drying room of the winery, where the Cinco Jotas hams spend their final year of curing. This is the moment to learn that the drying system is natural, as it has always been, with air currents created by opening and closing windows. Here, one breathes tranquility and calm. It feels as though time has stopped for the Cinco Jotas hams to complete their curing process and their journey toward excellence, without hurry, without obstacles, and with the full assurance of being individually supervised by the Cinco Jotas professional team.
The visit to the winery could not end better: with a tasting of Cinco Jotas products and a brief commented tasting that helps the traveler discover fascinating organoleptic nuances in every bite. In the end, it is those nuances that stay in our memory, along with memories that transport us to the Cinco Jotas universe every time we talk about gastronomic culture, tradition, and professionalism.
By the way, this 360º experience around Cinco Jotas can be completed with a visit to the dehesas to understand the complete cycle of Iberian pig breeding, the montanera, and all the environmental and sustainable richness that represents this unique natural ecosystem in the world.
