5 x Sliced Pečenica by Dimmes 100g - Croatian Smoked Pork Loin

Traditional Croatian dry-cured smoked pork loin - from the mountainous region of Drnis. The meat must be sourced locally and be of premium quality. Pecenica is salted with both fine and coarse sea salt, pressed with weights; after which it is left to be smoked by smoldering beech trees, oaks or hornbeam. The smoking process is a distinction compared to the lonzino or bresaola originating in Italy. Following that, the pecenica is placed outside in the wind to be thoroughly dried, for at least 12 months.

Its characteristic aroma, flavour and texture is attributed to a unique mixture of two distinct local types of wind that the ham is left to be dried by. The cold and dry Bora, coming from the north-east and the warm and humid Jugo, arriving from the south - make for a balancing act, allowing the pork loin to mature into an extraordinary delicacy. A premium cut, served for special occasions.

About the Producer
Dimmes is a renowned prsut, panceta and charcuterie merchant from Drnis, Croatia. They are most proud of their unique geographically-protected products like Drnis Prsut (served at HM Queen Elizabeth II's wedding in 1947 and coronation in 1953).The products are ethically sourced, and made with all-natural ingredients - just like their great grand-parents had done it centuries ago.