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About   El Septimo Paris El Septimo Cigars was founded in the early 2000s in France and later relocated its headquarters to Geneva, Switzerland. Under the leadership of Zaya S. Younan, who acquired El Septimo in 2019, the company expanded its vision to redefine luxury in the cigar industry. The El Septimo Paris is part of the Travel Time Collection and pays homage to iconic cities around the world, with Paris being a highlight. This medium-strength cigar is crafted using a blend of long-filler leaves that are aged for seven years, resulting in a robust flavor profile. CigarPursuits Review Appearance & Construction: 15/15 The El Septimo Paris cigar is well-constructed, firm to the touch, and finished well, reflecting the high standards expected from the brand. Aroma: 14/15 The cigar's aroma is woody and chocolatey . The cold draw brings out spicy and peppery flavors, indicating a robust profile. Flavors: 29/35 The initial flavor is spicy , with notes of cayenne ...

About   C.A.O Amazon Basin The CAO Amazon Basin is a fascinating cigar, renowned for its unique origins and rare tobacco blend. Introduced by General Cigar Co . at the 2014 IPCPR Convention, this cigar uses Bragança tobacco, grown in the Amazon rainforest and harvested only every three years. This rare tobacco undergoes a natural fermentation process for six months and is traditionally rolled into tubes called " carottes " before making its journey from the forest to the factory​. The CAO Amazon Basin is crafted with an Ecuadorian Sumatra wrapper, a Nicaraguan binder, and fillers from Brazil (Bragança), Colombia, and the Dominican Republic, creating a medium to full-bodied profile. The cigar has a 6 X 52 Toro size and features an artisanal touch with a rope-like band made from twisted tobacco leaf, which reflects its natural and rustic origins​. CigarPursuits Review C.A.O Amazon Basin Appearance & Construction: 14/15 The cigar generally presents good construc...

About   E.P. Carrillo New Wave Connecticut Ernesto Perez-Carrillo, the founder of E.P. Carrillo Cigar Company, is a celebrated figure in the cigar industry, bringing a rich heritage and extensive experience to his craft. Born into a family deeply rooted in the cigar business, Ernesto’s journey began in Cuba where his father owned and operated a cigar factory. After migrating to the United States, Ernesto took over his father's operations in Miami, eventually launching the renowned La Gloria Cubana brand, which gained significant acclaim under his leadership. In 2009, Ernesto decided to establish his own brand, E.P. Carrillo, aiming to encapsulate his personal approach to cigar making and to continue his family’s legacy. His company quickly made its mark with innovative blends and exceptional craftsmanship, earning Ernesto further recognition and numerous awards in the industry. The E.P. Carrillo New Wave Connecticut is a testament to his ability to blend traditional methods with in...

About   Diplomáticos Grandes Diplomáticos Grandes, a slender Cuban lancero, is part of Habanos S.A.'s Edición Regional program, exclusive to Germany. Launched as a 2021 offering, it revives the classic lancero size that had been absent for decades, sharing the Laguito Especial vitola with the renowned Trinidad Fundadores. This cigar is a rare addition, being both elegantly slender and limited in production with just 4,800 boxes available. It embodies the heritage of Diplomáticos, a brand first established in 1966 as a slightly milder alternative to Montecristo, appealing to French tastes with its medium-strong long-filler blend from the premium Vuelta Abajo region​. CigarPursuits Review Diplomáticos Grandes Appearance & Construction: 15/15 The Diplomáticos Grandes lancero presents an impeccable construction, featuring a sleek and well-rolled body capped with an elegant pigtail . The cigar displays no soft spots or cracks, indicating a high level of craftsmanship an...

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: ...