Best Western European Sausage/Salami Producers
Embutidos Entrepeñas is a family-owned Spanish company with over 60 years of tradition in producing artisanal cured meats. Located in Geras de Gordón, León, at an altitude of 1,200 meters within the UNESCO-designated Alto Bernesga Biosphere Reserve, the company benefits from a unique microclimate ideal for natural curing processes.
Their product range includes Cecina de León (dry-cured beef), jamón serrano (cured ham), jamón ibérico (Iberian ham), and various traditional Spanish sausages such as chorizo. Embutidos Entrepeñas is particularly renowned for its Cecina de León BIO, a premium dry-cured beef product crafted using locally sourced ingredients and traditional methods.
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Great Taste Awards - 3 stars
2024, 2023, 2022
BEST Embutidos Entrepeñas Meat Products
Señorío de Montanera is a leading producer of 100% Iberian products from acorn-fed pigs, holding the prestigious Protected Designation of Origin (D. O.P.) Dehesa de Extremadura. Founded in 1995 by a group of traditional Iberian pig breeders in Extremadura, Spain, the company is dedicated to preserving the purity of the Iberian breed and ensuring the sustainability of the dehesa ecosystem.
The company manages over 60,000 hectares of dehesa, where pigs roam freely and feed exclusively on acorns and natural pastures during the "montanera" season (from October to March). This feeding method contributes to the unique flavor and exceptional quality of their products.
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Great Taste Awards - 3 stars
2024, 2023
BEST Señorío de Montanera Meat Products
Coren Industrias Frigoríficas del Louro, commonly known as Frigolouro, is a prominent meat processing facility located in O Porriño, Pontevedra, Spain. Established in 1979, when the Coren Group acquired the plant, Frigolouro serves as the central hub for processing all pork products from Coren's farms.
The facility employs over 700 individuals and boasts a production capacity exceeding 85 million kilograms of pork annually. In addition to meat processing, Frigolouro houses a canning factory that produces more than seven million kilograms of various products each year.
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Great Taste Awards - 2 stars
2022

Great Taste Awards - 3 stars
2021
BEST Coren Industrias Frigorificas Del Louro Meat Products
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Concours International de Lyon - Gold
2025
BEST Maison Duculty Meat Products
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Concours International de Lyon - Gold
2025
BEST Montesierra Meat Products
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Concours International de Lyon - Gold
2025
BEST Charcuterie Paul Begein Meat Products
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Concours International de Lyon - Gold
2025
BEST Le Porc Noir de Cambes Meat Products
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Concours International de Lyon - Gold
2025
BEST Terre de Gallie Meat Products
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Concours International de Lyon - Gold
2025
BEST Embutidos Puente Robles Meat Products
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Concours International de Lyon - Gold
2025
BEST Le Tuyé du papy Gaby Meat Products
Best Western European Sausages and Salamis
The Senorio Organic Acorn-Fed Iberico Salchichón, produced by Brindisa Ltd, is a high-quality Spanish charcuterie product. Made from the meat of acorn-fed Iberico pigs, it offers a rich and nuanced flavor profile. The salchichón is crafted using traditional methods, with a focus on maintaining organic standards throughout the production process.
This product is celebrated for its distinct marbling and delicate seasoning, making it a gourmet choice for discerning charcuterie enthusiasts.
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Great Taste Awards - 3 stars
2023
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Great Taste Awards - 3 stars
2024
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Concours International de Lyon - Gold
2025
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Concours International de Lyon - Gold
2025
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Concours International de Lyon - Gold
2025
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Concours International de Lyon - Gold
2025
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Concours International de Lyon - Gold
2025
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Concours International de Lyon - Gold
2025
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Concours International de Lyon - Gold
2025
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Concours International de Lyon - Gold
2025

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