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Colorado-Made Charcuterie & Cured Meats at 5280Gourmet and 5280Market
If you love artisan salumi and small-batch cured meats, Colorado has two absolute standouts: Il Porcellino Salumi and River Bear American Meats. We’re proud to carry both—available à la carte and tucked into our themed gift baskets—so you can stock your fridge, build a board for a party, or send a delicious Colorado care package anywhere in the U.S.
What makes these Colorado makers special?
Craft, sourcing, and standards. River Bear handcrafts salami and charcuterie at its USDA-inspected, SQF-certified Denver plant, using meats from American farms that are G.A.P. (Global Animal Partnership) certified, raised without antibiotics or added hormones.
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Award-winning tradition. Il Porcellino (based in Basalt, CO) has racked up national recognition including multiple Good Food Awards and Charcuterie Masters honors.
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A deep dive into the cuts & styles we carry
From Il Porcellino Salumi (Basalt, CO)
Expect bold, Old-World flavors with Colorado personality. Popular items we feature include:
Finocchiona (fennel salami): aromatic, classic Tuscan profile.
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Calabrese: southern Italian heat with chiles and paprika.
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Black Truffle Salami: rich, savory, and luxurious on any board.
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Diablo: a spicy favorite (and a past award-winner for the brand).
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Ghost Pepper Salami: for heat-seekers who still want clean flavor.
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’Nduja: spreadable, smoky-spicy; melts beautifully on warm bread or pizza.
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Duck Prosciutto: silky, subtly sweet whole-muscle charcuterie.
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Saucisson Sec: a French-style classic with a gentle garlic savor.
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Coppa: marbled shoulder muscle cured to a buttery, nutty finish—an award-winning specialty.
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Il Porcellino also offers whole-muscle charcuterie (think coppa, pancetta, guanciale, bresaola-style beef, and more) along with pre-sliced trays—great for quick entertaining or corporate gifting.
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From River Bear American Meats (Denver, CO)
River Bear leans into bright, modern flavors while keeping old-world technique:
Habanero Orange Salami: citrusy heat that wakes up a cheese board.
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’Nduja: spreadable, with a Colorado kick.
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Dry Chorizo: paprika-forward and perfect with manchego or aged cheddar.
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Everything is all-natural and gluten-free, made in small batches in Denver with G.A.P.-certified meats.
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How we build your boards & baskets
Whether you shop 5280Gourmet or 5280Market, we can:
Assemble custom charcuterie boards with a mix of spicy (Diablo, Ghost Pepper), aromatic (Finocchiona), and spreadable (’Nduja) salumi, plus whole-muscle slices (Coppa, Duck Prosciutto).
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Tuck salumi into Colorado-themed gift baskets alongside local cheeses, pickles, crackers, and sweets—ideal for client appreciation, team events, or weekend grazing. (Ask for our “Colorado Charcuterie” or “Snack + Salumi” builds.)
Offer à la carte so you can pick exact flavors and quantities.
Pairing tips
Cheese: Alpine styles, aged cheddar, or fresh chèvre love fennel-forward salami; creamy bries balance spicy chiles.
Accents: Colorado honey, stone-ground mustard, Castelvetrano olives, and dried apricots complement both makers.
Beverages: Try crisp pilsner with spicy salami, Barbera with truffled or garlicky styles, and dry cider with duck prosciutto.
Ready to taste Colorado’s best?
Order your favorites or ask us to curate a board or gift basket that spotlights Il Porcellino and River Bear. We’ll build it to your heat tolerance, texture preferences, and party size. (Corporate and bulk gifting available.)

















