E.P. Carrillo - Pledge - Prequel

"E.P. Carrillo Pledge Prequel" is a highly decorated cigar that was named "Cigar of the Year" by Cigar Aficionado in 2020 with a rating of 98 points. It is designed to be full-bodied and complex, offering a rich and intense smoking experience. The flavor profile is deep and robust. It features pronounced notes of dark chocolate or cocoa, espresso, licorice, black cherry, and a distinct spice of black pepper. As the smoke develops, nuances of toasted oak, baking spices, and sometimes a warm note of baked apple emerge, elegantly balancing the complexity of the Nicaraguan filler. The smoke is creamy and voluminous. Strength (1–6): 5/6 Flavor (1–6): 5/6 Origin: Dominican Republic Wrapper: USA (Connecticut Habano, Cuban-Seed) Binder: Ecuador Filler: Nicaragua Format: Prequel (Robusto, Box-Pressed) Length in inches: 5 inches (5.0") Length in mm: 127 mm Ring gauge: 50 (corresponds to a diameter of approx. 19.8 mm or 50/64 inches)