Presunto de Melgaço

The municipality of Melgaço, strongly influenced by the Minho river, is a must for all lovers of great food. The region's cuisine, while simple, is exceptionally delicious. In addition to the region's excellent wines, one of its most famous products is Melgaço ham.

Produced for over 500 years, the unique shape of this smoked ham is achieved by making a long cut along the leg and extending the leg until straight. It is sold whole, sliced, or cubed. The interior of this presunto is an intense red and the meat is smooth and shiny with moderate marbling.

The smoked ham has an intense aroma, while the fat has a flavor reminiscent of balsamic vinegar. The ham is moderately juicy, firm, tender, slightly fibrous, and sweet with pronounced salty and smoky notes.