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The Gascon Pig
GASCON IN GENERAL
It's a hardy and vigorous pig, with an Olympian calm , good feet, and strong, straight pasterns. It's an excellent walker and... runner !
It has a distinctive feature on its back: a tuft of longer, stronger bristles arranged in opposite directions, forming rosettes and spikes. Its snout and hooves are also black, without any spots.
It is also a late-maturing breed (minimum 12 months of rearing compared to 6 months for the pink pig in intensive farming) because of its frugality and the result of the living conditions it has been given.
Accustomed to living within the confines of farms, he is also very sociable and curious .
We would quickly tend to become too attached to it!
The Gascon pig breed is said to represent the oldest known type of pig in our country.
You have probably already heard of the black pig of Bigorre.
It's a geographical designation (only breeders within a specific area can use the designation). Yes, the Bigorre black pig is simply the same as our good old Gascon Black Pig!
GASCON BLACK PORK MEAT
Its marbled meat and the quality of its fat give it a very distinctive charcuterie with an exceptional flavor .
Fresh Black Pork meat is increasingly prized by top chefs .
Long-term, open-field farming is reflected in the color of the meat: red !
It then releases its aromas and its very soft texture.
It is proven that the animal's diet has the greatest impact on pigs. Indeed, depending on thisThe quality of the meat depends on what the pig consumes.
That's why we're even more careful about what we feed our pigs. The large number of white oaks (acorns) and chestnut trees (chestnuts) in the woods should certainly be a good thing...
KITCHEN PREPARATION
It is very important that you trust us: to retain all its qualities, Gascon Black Pork should be enjoyed just cooked, the meat should be pink!
The cooking must be rapid and intense to sear it in the center while retaining its juices .
This is how you will become acquainted with the aromas and the very tender texture of this fabulous meat .
Rest assured... The fact that the meat is consumed pink is not a problem, our pigs systematically go through the slaughterhouse.
As for Gascon Black Pig ham , it can be enjoyed at room temperature , sliced into thin strips. You'll see for yourself, it melts in your mouth , releasing its subtle yet powerful aromas . Pair it with a good wine and it's the ultimate experience!
Some recipes will be arriving soon...