The VSG is the Bentley of the Ashton Brand. This sometimes hard to locate 94 rated cigar takes you to a whole different level of taste. This is without question an amazing full flavored cigar that rivals many Cubans with a big difference….
It’s super smooth while being very complex. If you consider yourself a connoisseur and haven’t tried one, you’re not a connoisseur!
Country of Origin: Dominican Republic
Factory: Tabacalera A. Fuente y Cia
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Sumatra “Cloud Grown”
Binder: Dominican Republic
Filler: Dominican Republic
Top 10 Cigars of the Year – Cigar Aficionado, 2013
Top 10 Cigars of the Year – Cigar Aficionado, 2009
Top 10 Cigars of the Year – Cigar Aficionado, 2007
Top 10 Cigars of the Year – Cigar Aficionado, 2004
Top 25 Cigars of the Year – Cigar Aficionado, 2020
Top 25 Cigars of the Year – Cigar Aficionado, 2010
94 Rated – Cigar Aficionado, March 2023
Viaje Skull and Bones is a rarely found cigar from this boutique company.
With attention to detail, this entry produces a very flavorful medium to full boded smoking experience. As it moves along the strength elevates to the very robust level. Hence, this cigar is not recommended for newcomers. Those that do smoke it receive an array of flavor notes among the overall strength. Think hardwoods, herbal intonations, hints of dried fruit and heaps of natural tobacco taste.
With that said, Skull and Bones is favorite with seasoned smokers and aficionados at large. So, as you would expect, they come and go frequently.
All we can say is…..Get ’em when we got ’em!
Wrapper: San Andres Mexican
Binder: Dominican
Filler: Dominican Republic, Nicaragua, USA
Country of Origin: Dominican Republic (PDR Cigars)
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AJ Fernandez Enclave Connecticut is a very unique addition to this popular line.
With attention to detail, this International Edition cigar consists of selectively aged Nicaraguan tobacco wrapped in an Ecuadorian grown Connecticut wrapper. Without a doubt, this blend makes it perfect for any time of the day. Cigar Lovers Magazine rates it a respectable 91 and describes it well. “Overall, the Enclave Connecticut delivers a balanced smoked, boasting a broad flavor profile. The flavor profile is rich and structured and intense, and fulfilling.”
You may find yourself looking for this cigar for a while. But fear not, we have it.
Wrapper: Ecuador grown Connecticut
Binder: Nicaragua
Filler: Nicaragua
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The Winston Churchill line of cigars was introduced as a tribute to Sir Winston Churchill, the famous British Prime Minister. The differences of this Late Hour edition and the original are many. The Nicaraguan Condega Visus tobacco aged in Single Malt Scotch barrels brings a mysterious sweetness and intensity of flavor. This, together with two different Dominican Visus filler tobaccos and a dark Mexican binder creates a rich robust smoking experience.
Davidoffs Winston Churchill The Late Hour has been highly rated throughout the industry for good reason. These perfectly made medium to full bodied cigars offer connoisseurs a thoroughly enjoyable smoking experience from start to finish.
Country of Origin: Dominican Republic
Factory: Cigars Davidoff
Wrapper: Habano Ecuador
Binder: San Andres Negro (Mexico)
Filler: : Dominican (Olor Viso, Piloto Seco and San Vicente Mejorado Viso), Nicaraguan (Condega Viso aged in Single Malt Scotch Barrels, Estelí Viso)
AJ Fernandez Last Call Habano is one of this company’s best cigars you never knew about.
Rarely can you find a value priced cigar produced by one of the world’s greatest artisans, let alone AJ Fernandez. With attention to detail, Last Call Habano features Nicaraguan tobaccos grown at A.J. Fernandez’s farms in Esteli, Nicaragua. This short, stout little guy with an uncut foot has garnered high ratings as a medium to full bodied powerhouse. The bonus is costing under $6!
So how does the Last Call fare with aficionados? The results speak for themselves. Halfwheel @91, Cigar Authority @90 and Cigar Coop @90. Enough said!
Country of Origin: Nicaragua
Factory: Tabacalera Fernandez S.A.
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Habano Rosado
Binder: Nicaragua
Filler: Nicaragua
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Here’s all you need to know about JFR Lunatic Habano cigars. Aganorsa farms in Central America has been growing Cuban Seed tobacco for over 30 years utilizing Cuban Growing techniques even including Cuban farmers overseeing the harvest to insure quality. They’re a supplier to major brands like Padron among many others. When they decided to produce their own brand everyone in the industry got interested. The JFR Lunatic Habano was named the #7 cigar for 2018, with a 93-point rating. This medium bodied smoke is packed with flavor from its 52 ring size Robusto all the way up to an 70 ring sized Gordo.
As you would expect, this amazing edition got rated 97 and become the 2nd of the top 25 cigars in 2015 beating out a bunch of Cuban competitors. With that said, this stick is remarkably complex yielding a medium to very full bodied taste that gains a noticeable intensity as you move along. If you’re a My Father’s fan, it’s a must try. If you’re new to the fold, try a five pack of the perfectly made Box Pressed Torpedos and prepare to see God!
Origin – Nicaragua
Filler – Nicaraguan
Binder – Nicaraguan
Wrapper Type – Habano Oscuro
