Encore Majestic - E.P. Carrillo **2018 Cigar of the Year**

🌿 E.P. Carrillo Encore Majestic

A Masterpiece from a Legendary Cigar Maker

🌍 Origin & Craftsmanship

• Brand: E.P. Carrillo, founded by Ernesto Perez-Carrillo Jr., a renowned figure in the cigar industry with a legacy dating back to La Gloria Cubana.

• Manufactured in: Dominican Republic at Tabacalera La Alianza S.A., known for its meticulous craftsmanship.

• Wrapper, Binder & Filler: All Nicaraguan tobaccos sourced from the esteemed regions of Estelí, Jalapa, and Condega, aged using the traditional “tercios” method to enhance flavor complexity.

👅 Taste & Flavor Profile

• First Third: Opens with elegant notes of English breakfast tea, complemented by sweet caramel and subtle citrus hints of candied orange peel.

• Mid-Smoke: Develops a hearty woody backbone of oak, balancing the earlier sweetness with depth.

• Final Third: The flavors mature, offering a refined and nuanced smoking experience, showcasing the culmination of Ernesto Perez-Carrillo's expertise.

• Overall Experience: A medium-bodied cigar that delivers a harmonious blend of sweetness, spice, and woody notes, appealing to both novice and seasoned smokers.

💨 Smoke Characteristics

• Strength: Medium, providing a balanced and approachable smoking experience.

• Burn Time: Approximately 60–75 minutes, depending on smoking pace.

• Room Note: Pleasant and aromatic, not overpowering.

• Moisture Level: Well-balanced, ready to smoke out of the box

📏 Format & Packaging

• Length: 5 3/8 inches (137 mm)

• Ring Gauge: 52

• Why It’s Ideal:

  • Classic Robusto size for a traditional smoking experience.

  • Elegant flavor profile suitable for various occasions.

  • Crafted by a legendary cigar maker with decades of expertise.

🏆 Accolades

• Cigar Aficionado Rating: 96 points, earning the title of Cigar of the Year in 2018.

• Community Recognition: Highly regarded among cigar enthusiasts for its consistency and refined flavor.

💰 Why This Cigar Stands Out

• ✅ Exceptional Quality: Crafted by a master blender with a rich legacy in the cigar industry.

• ✅ Complex Flavor Profile: Offers a harmonious blend of sweetness, spice, and woody notes.

• ✅ Award-Winning: Recognized as Cigar of the Year by Cigar Aficionado in 2018.

• ✅ Reputable Brand: Backed by decades of expertise and craftsmanship.

The E.P. Carrillo Encore Majestic offers a refined and satisfying smoking experience, showcasing the rich tobacco heritage of Nicaragua and the artistry of Ernesto Perez-Carrillo.

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