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The Guijuelo Denomination of Origin: the oldest in Spain
The Guijuelo Denomination of Origin was the first DO for Iberian ham officially recognized in Spain, a fact that is no coincidence. Guijuelo has been curing hams for centuries, long before labels, seals, or regulations existed. It is located in the southeast of the province of Salamanca, in Castile and León, at over 1,000 meters above sea level. This location is key. The cold, dry climate, with long winters and mild summers, ...