Costco Cyber Monday "Deal" - Spanish Mangalica Dry-cured Boneless Ham $270 for 8lbs

[Andrew E]

I was thinking this should either be off-topic or in the marketplace, so I'll let you decide.
$269.99 after $120 OFF
D'Artagnan Spanish Mangalica Dry-cured Boneless Ham

This is up there with Jamon Iberico and Jamon Serrano for quality cured ham coming off the peninsula.

Costco description:

If you are a connoisseur of Italian Prosciutto or Spanish Serrano ham, hold onto your seat because this ham is going to blow your taste buds away! This very limited produced ham is usually only offered in exclusive 4-star restaurants for upwards of $20 or more for a 2oz portion, but for a limited time is available to Costco members while supplies last.

A D’Artagnan exclusive in America, this Mangalica breed, Spanish Dry-Cured Ham is super premium, truly unique, and incredibly rich and delicious. The distinctively rich flavor and succulent ham naturally has abundant marbling which ensures a tender, flavorful ham that you will be proud to serve, that is if you can convince yourself to share….

Often referred to in the USA as “wooly pigs”, Mangalica pigs are an old-world breed native to the mountains of Hungary. The pigs are slow growing and they require large tracts of pasture as they are natural foragers. The cold climate of the Hungarian Steppe, is perfectly suited for the free-ranging Mangalica pigs, who are covered with a thick coat of curly hair to help protect them from the frigid elements. As with many indigenous breeds whose husbandry is less efficient, raising Mangalica fell out of favor. This breed was brought back from the brink of extinction by some renegade farmers who created a program to save it.

D’Artagnan is extremely proud of our Mangalica ham which is handcrafted in Spain by fourth-generation master charcutiers using traditional dry-curing methods that bring out its unique flavor. Our ingenious, Spanish ham producer procured these Mangalica in order to create a totally distinct ham. The average Mangalica ham is dry-cured for almost 3 years, compared to 9-12 months for similar-style hams. Because the Mangalica pigs have a high fat content, the Mangalica hams can cure longer than traditional hams, allowing a deep, rich flavor to develop while retaining proper moisture content.

D’Artagnan’s Mangalica ham is very versatile and requires no preparation except to slice thin and enjoy. Each ham weighs a minimum of 8 lbs, is nicely trimmed and ready to serve. Treat yourself and loved ones to this rare and decadent treat this holiday season!

* Super premium, truly unique, and incredibly delicious
* Distinctively rich flavor and succulent ham
* Mangalica pigs are an old-world breed
* Handcrafted in Spain by fourth-generation master charcutiers
* Very versatile and requires no preparation except to slice thin and enjoy
* Minimum 8 lbs
* Price per pound with shipping included: $48.75

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