Casa do Porco Preto Copita de Barrancos (Whole Piece)

Casa do Porco Preto Copita de Barrancos is a whole Portuguese cured pork neck from Barrancos, in the Alentejo, made with Alentejano black pig. Think of a richer Alentejo coppa, to keep in the kitchen and slice whenever friends drop by.

Flavour and texture

The neck is well marbled, so the slices mix deep red meat with fine streaks of fat that melt on the tongue. The taste is round and savoury, with a light paprika warmth and a nutty finish.

How to enjoy it

Slice it paper thin for toasts with olive oil, or serve with figs, melon or a young sheep's cheese. Pour a Palhete, a light Alentejo red or a Bairrada sparkling.

About Casa do Porco Preto

Casa do Porco Preto is an Alentejo producer devoted to the Alentejano black pig, raised free-range and fed on acorns in the cork and holm oak country around Barrancos. Its best-known product is Presunto de Barrancos DOP, a dry-cured ham with protected designation of origin.

Good to know

• Keep the piece wrapped in paper or a cloth, in a cool, dry place or in the fridge. Once cut, cover the cut face and keep it cold.
• Whole piece, to slice at home: cut it very thin.
• A generous gift for anyone who loves Portuguese food.