CAO Pilon Robusto Extra Cigar – Single

The CAO Pilón Robusto Extra utilizes a traditional pilón fermentation method involving compacted tobacco stacks to reduce ammonia and sugar content. This process involves smaller, round-shaped pilóns that extend fermentation time compared to modern rectangular versions. The 5" x 52 cigar features an Ecuadorian Sumatra wrapper with visible oil content, Nicaraguan binder, and fillers from Nicaragua and Honduras.

Construction details include:

• Wrapper: Ecuadorian Sumatra (oily texture)
• Binder: Nicaraguan tobacco
• Filler: Blended Nicaraguan/Honduran leaves

Initial combustion reveals earthy tones with cedar and mild pepper spice. Mid-smoke transitions showcase coffee grounds and cream textures, concluding with sweet undertones and lingering white pepper. The ash maintains solid compaction with even burn line progression.

Designed for medium-bodied enthusiasts, the CAO Pilón Robusto Extra demonstrates controlled combustion properties attributed to extended fermentation. Garcia and Rodriguez's pilón adaptation prioritizes heat management during tobacco processing, impacting final smoke chemistry.