MARCIAL CHARACTER : IBÉRICO ORIGINS
The heritage of an ancient breed raised in freedom.
The Ibérico pig, the origin of our Ibérico Ham and selected Ibérico meats, descends from Mediterranean pig populations that have inhabited the Iberian Peninsula for more than 3,000 years.Its genetic isolation and traditional free-range rearing gave rise to a unique breed, perfectly adapted to the Dehesa (Spanish oak pasture) and renowned for its extraordinary ability to naturally infiltrate fat into the muscle.
At Marcial, this breed heritage is the starting point for everything we do.
IBÉRICO PIG : A UNIQUE BREED
The Ibérico pig has a unique morphology: a long body, slender yet resilient legs, dark hooves and muscles adapted to constant movement in the open countryside. Its physiology promotes an even distribution of fat, naturally integrated into the muscle, a defining characteristic of its exceptional quality.
A breed shaped by time, the land, free-range farming and more than one hundred years of careful selection by Marcial
MARCIAL PIGS : HEALTHY PRODUCTS
The fat of the Ibérico pig contains at least 54% oleic acid, a naturally occurring monounsaturated fatty acid with recognised nutritional value. Its composition is comparable to that of Mediterranean foods such as olive oil.
MARCIAL AIR : OPEN AIR
A unique breed that, after enjoying the Montanera (acorn-finishing season) in freedom, becomes an irresistible pleasure to share.
