CigarPursuits

About   Flor de Selva Classic Tempo The Flor de Selva "Classic" Tempo is a premium cigar crafted by Maya Selva Cigars, a brand celebrated for its elegance and finesse. Introduced in France in 1995 by Maya Selva, the brand quickly established itself with its dedication to quality and distinct flavor profiles, leveraging Honduras's rich tobacco heritage.  The Classic line, including the Tempo vitola, is notable for its Honduran puro composition, featuring a Connecticut seed wrapper from Honduras, a binder from the Jamastrán region, and a selection of the finest Honduran fillers. This blend creates a cigar that's both rich in flavor and history, embodying the spirit of Honduran cigar craftsmanship CigarPursuits Review Flor de Selva Tempo Appearance & Construction: 15/15 The cigar presents a flawless construction, with a smoothly rolled wrapper and impeccable finishes. Aroma: 14/15 A rich aroma of wood and spice emanates from the wrapper, with a sweet u...

About  AJ Fernandez Bellas Artes Habano AJ Fernandez's foray into the tobacco world was deeply rooted in Cuban agricultural techniques, learning the ropes in Estelí, Nicaragua, under his cousin, Nestor Plasencia. From humble beginnings with just three rolling tables in his home, AJ expanded his operations outdoors to meet growing demand, eventually establishing the AJ Fernandez label as a major player in the premium cigar market. Now, AJ oversees multiple Nicaraguan facilities, producing over 30 brands, including collaborations with legacy Cuban names like Montecristo and Romeo y Julieta. His cigars are celebrated for their robust Nicaraguan flavors. The Bellas Artes Habano Toro, inspired by the Cuban Bellas Artes National Museum, showcases AJ's mastery with its unique "Rojita" wrapper, blending Connecticut 8212, Corojo '99, and Havana 2000 tobaccos. The binder is Havana '92 from Quilalí, Nicaragua, with a filler blend from Nicaragua, Honduras, and Brazil, off...

About  Macanudo Maduro Crystal The Macanudo brand, recognized for its exceptional quality and flavor among cigar aficionados, boasts a rich history that intertwines with the evolution of the cigar industry itself. Originally crafted in Guatemala and later in Jamaica for the British market, Macanudo was acquired by the General Cigar Company in 1969. This acquisition led to the introduction of the Macanudo as we know it today, a cigar that has continuously evolved while maintaining its status as a symbol of sophistication and taste. The Macanudo Maduro Crystal Tube, in particular, stands out for its handcrafted quality, mild to medium-bodied robustness, and presentation in elegant glass tubes. It's made in the Dominican Republic, featuring a dark, oily Connecticut Broadleaf wrapper and a filler of aged tobaccos from Mexico and the Dominican Republic, ensuring a rich and lingering flavor profile​. CigarPursuits Review Macanudo Maduro Crystal Appearance & Construction: ...

About  Davidoff Dominicana 2014 Launched in 2021, the Davidoff Dominicana Toro is crafted with aged tobaccos from the 2014 harvest. Produced in the Dominican Republic's Tabadom Factory, this cigar is medium to full-bodied. It features a Dominican hybrid 257 wrapper, an Ecuadorian hybrid 151 binder, and a diverse filler from the Dominican Republic, including San Vicente visus, San Vicente mejorado seco, Piloto visus, Corojo 99 seco, and Yamasa visus. Part of Davidoff's prestigious white label portfolio, the Dominicana Toro is designed to showcase the depth and diversity of Dominican tobacco through its carefully aged blend. CigarPursuits Review Davidoff Dominicana 2014 Toro Appearance & Construction: 14/15 The Davidoff Dominicana 2014 Toro impresses with its sleek, semi-oily wrapper and a tastefully done pigtail end. The craftsmanship is mostly spot-on, though a soft spot near the band gives a moment's pause, it hardly dims the overall excellence in construct...

About  Rocky Patel Grand Reserve The Rocky Patel Grand Reserve was introduced in 2018, initially targeting the international market before being made available in the United States. This line features a blend of tobaccos from Honduras and Nicaragua, with a Nicaraguan binder and an Ecuadorian wrapper. The tobaccos are aged for at least two years, reflecting Rocky Patel's commitment to using high-quality ingredients. The Grand Reserve's development highlights the brand's ambition to craft cigars that appeal to a global audience, showcasing their dedication to producing premium, well-aged cigars.        CigarPursuits Review Rocky Patel Grand Reserve Appearance & Construction: 14/15 The cigar showcased good craftsmanship with a well-applied wrapper and fine finishes. Despite encountering a soft spot, the overall construction was smooth . Aroma: 14/15 The aroma was notably sweet and creamy , setting the stage for an inviting start. The cold draw bro...