Sardines
Illustrated Coastal scene inspired by Perafita/Matosinhos.
Iconic Sardine
Perafita/Matosinhos, Portugal ⚠︎ details being verified
Iconic Sardine is a sardine-focused Portuguese brand launched in 2025 from the José Gourmet/100 Mistérios group, hand-packing MSC-certified wild NE Atlantic sardines.
✦ Artisan & small-batch Confirmed
Sardines described as hand-packed.
At a glance
| Country | Portugal |
|---|---|
| Region | Perafita/Matosinhos |
| Founded | 2025 |
| Company | Sardine-focused brand from the José Gourmet/100 Mistérios group |
| Species | Sardina pilchardus (European pilchard) · Legally determined |
| Made at | 100 Mistérios, Perafita, Matosinhos |
Notable facts
- Launched in 2025 as a sardine-focused brand from the José Gourmet/100 Mistérios group.
- Launch range comprises 8 recipes.
- Uses MSC-certified wild NE Atlantic sardines, hand-packed.
- Produced by 100 Mistérios (Perafita/Matosinhos).
Behind the tin
Iconic Sardine is packed at 100 Mistérios in Perafita, Matosinhos, Portugal.
Made in the same cannery: José Gourmet, Ati Manel, Maria Organic.
Products
Sardines
Catch area: FAO 27 (Northeast Atlantic)
MSC-certified wild NE Atlantic sardines, hand-packed; launch range of 8 recipes.
Where to buyEvidence & uncertainties
Overall sourcing confidence for this profile: ⚠︎ details being verified.
Species — Legally determined: Sold unqualified as "sardines" in the EU, where only Sardina pilchardus may be — so the species is legally required.