Illusione Epernay Le Elegance Cigar – Single

The Illusione Epernay Le Elegance Cigar combines shade-grown Corojo ’99 Rosado wrappers with Nicaraguan Criollo and Corojo filler tobaccos. Produced at Raices Cubanas factory, this 5 3/4 x 40 cigar features a box-pressed shape and Ecuadorian Habano wrapper aged for optimal combustion. Recognized as #3 in Cigar Aficionado’s 2011 Top 25 list, it delivers medium-bodied complexity through precise blending techniques.

Construction Details:

• Wrapper: Ecuadorian Habano with visible veining
• Filler: Aged Nicaraguan Corojo and Criollo tobaccos
• Box-pressed format enhances structural integrity

Initial flavors present cream and cedar notes, transitioning to almond and citrus mid-smoke. Nicaraguan fillers contribute earthy undertones while the Habano wrapper introduces mild spice. The Illusione Epernay Le Elegance Cigar maintains consistent draw quality throughout combustion, achieving balance between sweetness and wood elements.

This Nicaraguan puro utilizes tobacco selection criteria matching Dion Giolito’s original Illusione line specifications. Production occurs in Estelí-based Raices Cubanas factory, renowned for implementing Cuban-style rolling methods since 2004.