Fermín's thinly sliced dry-cured Iberian ham is slightly drier than Italian prosciutto—a sign that it's been made properly—but never stringy or tough; rather, its higher fat content yields a tender consistency and intensely aromatic flavor: meaty, almost gamey, with a lovely background sweetness. Adhering to tradition, this Jamón Ibérico is cured for about 36 months with salt as the only preservative; a ham master decides by smell, sight and touch when the pork is perfectly cured.