The Grand Cru is the perfect example of the White Label experience. These amazing cigars provide a straight forward, flavorful experience with a low strength level. The line is pricey, but it delivers on flavor and construction, so it is definitely worthwhile. Without doubt, Davidoff cigars are a must try for every smoker sooner or later. Grab a three, four or five pack and step up to Super Premium luxurious smoking pleasure.
Country of Origin: Dominican Republic
Wrapper: Ecuador Connecticut
Binder: Dominican Republic
Filler: Dominican Republic
Did you ever wonder what makes Cuban tobacco so rich and flavorful? Is it the tropical climate? Maybe it’s the volcanic soil? Or is it because of the natural nutrients washed down from nearby mountains over the centuries that has made the soil so especially fertile? Whatever the reason, you are about to experience the taste of Cuba. Handmade in Nicaragua, Havana Q is rolled with genuine Havana-seed wrapper, grown on the alluvial plains at the foot of the Cotuguay Mountains in the renowned Guayas tobacco-growing region of Ecuador.
WRAPPER: Ecuador Havana Seed
BINDER: Nicaraguan
FILLER: Nicaraguan
FACTORY: J.C. Newman
Charter Oak Habano is another great addition to the very popular Foundation lineup in 2021.
This edition features an Ecuadorian grown Habano wrapper encasing all vintage grade Nicaraguan fillers. No doubt the construction is perfect since its coming from A.J. Fernández’s prominent factory in Estelí.
Right out of gate, Cigar Aficionado scored this cigar a 92 with a spot on description. “The full draw and even burn deliver a creamy, dense smoke that envelopes the palate with impressions of nuts, pepper, walnut shell and sweet cappuccino, all of which recur on the long finish.” Cigar Dojo says “ Classic Habano balance of zesty spice and subtle sweetness” Halfwheel rates this blend at 93. Their words….. “This is not only a cigar I recommend trying, it is one I would suggest picking up in multiples to experience everything that it has to offer.” Bind Man’s Puff agrees with a rating of 92. They sum it up. “This should be a cigar to try on many people’s list. ”
No doubt, this Foundation Charter Oak blend is another winner for Nick’s company.
Country of Origin: Nicaragua
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Habano
Binder: Nicaragua
Filler: Nicaragua
Factory: Tabacalera AJ Fernandez
Blender: Nicholas Melillo
See all the Foundation Cigar available at The Cigar Thief HERE and the other Charter Oak cigars HERE
Diesel Crucible Limited Edition is a very special entry of this hugely popular brand.
This box pressed beauty starts off with Habano fillers from the Jalapa Valley. Then combines them with a Habano binder from Esteli and encases this magical blend inside of a Nicaraguan Habano Wrapper. The result is an enchanting profile. Think notes of leather, nuttiness, nougat, and subtle spice conjuring up your senses and charming your palate from start to finish.
Developing Palates says the construction and draw were fantastic throughout. Blind Man’s Puff rates the Crucible at 92. They definitely think it’s worth a try…. ” When you factor in those enjoyable flavors with the overall great construction, I would smoke this cigar again.”
It’s safe to say you really won’t want to put this one down once you get it going.
Country of Origin: Nicaragua
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Habano Medio Tiempo
Binder: Nicaragua
Filler: Nicaragua
Factory: Tabacalera AJ Fernandez Cigars de Nicaragua S.A.
Blender: Justin Andrews & AJ Fernandez
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