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It is not without fatherly pride that we present the largest format of our super-premium house brand, which is inspired by a Vítola of a not entirely unknown Cuban brand. Our partners at Laura Chavin have succeeded in creating a soothing masterpiece in every respect – üconvince yourself for about 85 – 105 minutes!

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Now, at launch, it has been 11 years since the tobaccos used were harvested – you can taste it with every puff! The soft, pleasant smoke texture is at its best, the draw and burn are simply perfect – and in terms of flavour, an object lesson in elegance, harmony and balance has been achieved. A dense, Vuelta Abajo-like wood aroma, dark sweetness of forest honey, late liquorice and complex spicy notes combine to create a dreamlike smoking experience. Later, a voluminous bouquet of fruity facets comes to the fore, from cherry to cassis to figs; most beautifully complemented by very soft, velvety R&R and earthy aromas. Medium-bodied, but with a full body, this is a cigar for the special days in life!

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How often do we have to put off customers asking about the Cohiba Siglo VI - voilà, here's our in-house alternative! From the best that the Dominican Republic has to offer, Laura Chavin has conjured up a ravishing smoking experience for around 1 ½ hours. Only available from us!

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The Robusto is the most intense, the Torpedo the most opulent format - the Toro, on the other hand, delights with a smoke progression that is as exciting as a thriller. The noble wood, spice and roasted notes of the opening are soon joined by the incomparable forest honey sweetness of the blend, palate-tickling liquorice aromas, the pleasantly warming taste of soft brandies, subtle overtones of dark fruits, traces of malt, espresso and leather, all carried by a sensationally smooth smoking texture that only long-matured tobacco develops. Stronger and spicier than the Pyrámide, the Toro develops in a captivating way, puff after puff, which has to be experienced, up to a captivating finish. Absolutely furious!

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Is your favourite Cuban Robusto currently out of stock? Try one from the newly launched classic LC line! You won't find any non-Cubans with such a Habanos-like flavour. Smoking time approx. 50 - 60 minutes.

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Whow, the start transports the smoker to a summer meadow, with floral notes, fruity flavours and the scent of hay! A rather light cigar, yet full of flavour, with new and appealing facets every puff. In a blind tasting, there is a risk of confusion with half the range of milder Habanos, so deceptively close is the flavour, which also includes woody, gently roasted and discreetly leathery components, to La Habana. The long-matured Olor tobacco in particular creates a veritable peacock's wheel of flavours. Also way ahead in terms of craftsmanship!

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1 year after the launch of the Toro, 2 further formats were added to this exceptional series. This short figurado for a manageable time frame of approx. 50 - 65 minutes is a perfect introduction to the blend and a lot of fun.

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This compact format also shows the long ageing process and the excellent tobacco quality in every single puff. The variety of the Toro is always present, but at the same time the aromas seem a little more compressed and concentrated. The fruity ethereal notes in the first third somewhat outweigh the floral notes; the creamy, “darker” umami flavor facets are noticeable earlier, and the roasted and woody flavors are somewhat more prominent. The smoke is also slightly stronger than the Toro, but always remains in the middle of the scale. Spicier and even nuttier towards the finish.

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Not quite as huge as some other "Diadema", this gem is nevertheless an impressive leaf roll. The sophisticated format is brilliantly crafted and offers almost 1 ½ hours of enjoyment.

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Such a great blend in this format can only result in fireworks! And indeed - what an adventure! Citrus fruits with honey, light mineral notes, tonic, noble bitter tones and Cuban cedar characterise the first third. Then the character becomes increasingly tart without the sweetness disappearing; a delicate hay scent wafts around the palate, complemented by a nutty umami flavour. In the final, tapered section, the smoke becomes spicier, but the strength remains moderate. Extremely good-natured until it is put down, with the best draw.

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Ähnelt die „Diadema“ einer eleganten schlanken Dame, liegt mit dieser Robusto – eigentlich eher Gordito – ein richtiges süßes Pummelchen vor. Im Ernst: Der zeitgemäße Short Smoke bietet alle Vorzüge großer Ringmaße in ca. 55 – 70 Minuten.

Aromen

Der Blend, damit das geschmackliche Grundgerüst ist dem der großen Schwester gleich – das ganz andere Format bedingt allerdings erhebliche Unterschiede im Detail. Unglaublich cremig, wie Mousse au Chocolat, kommen die bittersüßen Aromen der erlesenen Tabake hier rüber. Die Süße ist etwas ausgeprägter, die Röstaromen sind dafür verhaltener, das holzige Bouquet noch vielfältiger; die Entwicklung im Rauchverlauf ist linearer, das Geschmacksbild hingegen aufgrund des mächtigen Rauchvolumens noch opulenter. Mehr und früher wahrnehmbarer Nussgeschmack, dafür weniger grasig-herbale Töne. In der Stärke nehmen sich die 2 Vítolas nichts.

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Stately ring gauge and torpedo head - the combination lends finesse and opulence to the carefully matured tobaccos! More of a pyrámid in size, the Belicoso is not stingy with its flavours for around 70 - 80 minutes.

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More opulence at the beginning and more power towards the end than the Robusto, which has a similar flavour, with slightly more strength - this is how you could describe this excellent cigar in shorthand. In other words: ripe fruit sweetness, delicately acidic notes, subtle overtones of spices and herbs complement each other wonderfully with the sludgy flavour of light nuts and elegant woody facets. A clearly pronounced smoke progression leads the connoisseur gently towards a spicier interplay of flavours. The series' trademark of remaining extremely balanced and gentle until it is put down is also fully realised here.

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All kinds of things are called "mythical" these days - but the fact is that the Dominican Republic does indeed have some growing areas with a truly legendary reputation. And it is from there that the tobaccos of this 55-65 minute delight come!

Aroma

The much quoted "peacock's wheel" of aromas unfolds in all its glory in this super-premium cigar. Initially carried by exotic fruit sweetness and noble tropical wood etherealness, the taste develops in the exciting course of smoking to complex leather and roasted notes, so that sweet and spicy facets interpenetrate more and more in the most harmonious way. A veritable cornucopia of subtle nuances contributes to the striking complexity - from animatingly acidic citrus tones to a pinch of green pepper to a latent cocoa flavour that plays into the earthy towards the end. The strength is a good medium.

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Perfectos come in all sizes - this one, like its twin sister from the "Concours" series, comes as a handy, thick four-inch cigar. This allows the rich aromas of the luxurious blend to unfold optimally in the small time window of about 40 - 50 minutes.

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Cigars with such dimensions are often real little "cream bombs", and this one is no exception! Quite the opposite, here the flavours of the blend are carried by a fabulously creamy smoke consistency. Distinct sweetness of exotic fruits, grounded by a light caramel touch, marries with crystal clear cedar flavours and the fine tart melting of roasted nuts. Spices like cinnamon and mild pepper are only present in the background, but enrich the smoking experience as discreetly as delightfully. In the final third of the medium-strong cigar, spice and earth become perceptibly more concise.

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Of course, the most famous of the long Corona formats should not be missing from this great series! At a time when short, thick formats are all too much in the spotlight, a great enrichment! Burns for approx. 75 - 90 minutes.

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Anyone who has not yet discovered the complexity of a Churchill will find this the perfect introduction to the format. The classic smoke progression is wonderful to follow, from the mild, delicately spicy and woody start to the full bouquet of delightful fruit and flower flavours with delicious honey sweetness and the nutty, melting impression of the 2nd third to the spicy cinnamon and bitter-sweet roasted notes of the last section. Herbal, mineral and citrus-fruity-sour notes can also be tasted, so that the smoke leaves nothing to be desired in terms of excitement. The nicotine content, on the other hand, remains moderate - a fantastic summer cigar!

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Don't shy away from slim cigars - try this Long Panetela and see for yourself that even such florets can develop a lot of smoke and even more flavour! Long smoking time - approx. 70 - 85 minutes.

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It feels like the strongest LC "Classic" because of the high smoke concentration, but even this Vítola, which is considered a format for experienced smokers, remains wonderfully balanced, good-natured and pleasant in its smoke consistency. Of course, it has a little more aromatic power than the large ring gauge - the savoury spicy notes and the fine, ethereal grassiness are most prominent here. Nevertheless, sweetness and lovely floral facets are just as present. An almost tropical fruitiness is often present, which is reminiscent of Trinidad. An ingenious smoke with an exciting development!

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This sophisticated long format is the flagship of the “Concours” series, which was revived in 2019. The details of the purely Dominican blend are secret, but the class of this super-elegant cigar is obvious. It burns for approx. 80 - 105 minutes.

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Once the very short “perfecto snout” with its rather roasted and spicy taste has been smoked, a wide range of fine aromas opens up. Dark chocolate, fragrant woods, fresh coffee beans, but also charming caramel sweetness and a hint of fruit harmonize wonderfully with grassy-fresh “vegetal” overtones. As the cigar tapers off, the sloppy smoke increasingly conveys a bitter-sweet nutty taste with an earthy undertone. Despite its full-bodied flavor, the smoke never leaves the medium strength range, in keeping with the motto that a cigar should never impose itself. Ingenious!

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For the relaunch of the German premium brand under Willi Knopf's aegis, classic formats were once again chosen - this is the most traditional of all. It presents the blend with all the advantages of the Vítola and burns for approx. 40 - 50 minutes.

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One of the most elegant and delicate tobacco blends outside of Cuba is allowed to develop the characteristic flavours of a classic corona in an exemplary manner. Rather little nicotine, but full aromatic opulence! It begins with floral and delicately fruity notes with a wonderful sweetness; soon complemented by tart overtones and striking cedar wood tones, which give the cigar - like the entire series - a Habanos affinity that literally no other non-Cuban blend possesses. The complexity of the Corona cannot be described in a few words - café au lait, spices, a hint of cocoa, it's all there!

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RM 61 with a manageable length - something like this tends to go wrong, with overly airy rolling and boring flavours. Not here! This chubby bundle of joy pampers you for approx. 60 - 70 minutes with great flavour.

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A veritable flood of highly aromatic smoke flows through the mouth right from the start. The large diameter ensures maximum comfort and smoothness - the floral, fruity, cedary and delicately acidic basic character of the blend is given a great sweetness and creaminess without losing any of its complexity. As is usual with such dimensions, the opulence and softness of the flavour profile come before development in the course of the smoke - which is not to say that there is none! In the second half, spicy notes come to the fore and the roasted flavours become more pronounced. Very beginner-friendly despite the amount of tobacco!

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Calling up the price of a medium Habano for this mini format is self-confident, of course - but try this super-luxurious bedtime treat first! It simply makes you happy for around 25 - 35 minutes.

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Terre de Mythe “in a nutshell” - the small Corona shows you everything you need to know to want to smoke the thick Robusto! - Seriously: not quite as extremely melting as its big sister, but all the more complex in its refined spiciness, the short one shines with a graceful balancing act between grassy, fresh, tangy notes and an abundance of the finest cinnamon, nutmeg and other spicy notes. Subtle sweetness with a hint of cocoa serves as a mediator, before the smoke gains strength towards the end and becomes more earthy and woody without losing any of its charm.

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Die honduranische Traditionsmarke Sansibar ist hierzulande nicht eben berühmt – Master Blender G. Schichl bringt sie mit dieser Nobelzigarre aus steinalten dominikanischen Tabaken (die ältesten von 1996!) ins Gedächtnis zurück. Selbst die fertigen Zigarren wurden nochmals 6 Jahre lang reifegelagert. Schweben Sie ca. 60 – 80 Minuten lang in einer anderen Geschmacksdimension!

Aromen

Natürlich haben die extrem lange Reifung und Nachbehandlung der Tabake die wunderbarsten Effekte – ganz selten nur kann man eine so traumhaft ausgewogene, milde und trotzdem vollmundige Zigarre mit so seidiger Rauchtextur fertig im Laden kaufen! Sansibar hat einen historischen Ruf als Gewürzinsel, und dem wurde Günther Schichl in kongenialer Manier gerecht – tatsächlich erinnert die Aromatik an alle erdenklichen exotischen Gewürze, mit pikanten, süßlichen, zuweilen auch angenehm edelbitteren Geschmacksfacetten, ergänzt vom Geschmack heller Nüsse, blumigen Zwischentönen und holziger Ätherik.

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At 2 ½ inches long and less than 1 cm in diameter smaller than many cigarillos, this piece of jewellery is a real long filler! No, not a cheap marketing gimmick - these dwarfs deliver 10 minutes of pleasure!

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The micro cigar in the stylish box of 4 masters the challenge of teasing out as much flavour as possible from its minimal amount of tobacco with flying colours! The blend of the new Classic series has been adapted to the format so that the more intense flavours take centre stage. Nobody will expect an excess of creaminess here - instead, the "temptation" scores with wonderfully tangy, finely acidic fruity notes that are somewhat reminiscent of the start of a "Paso Fino", pleasant "Cuban" grassiness, woody ethereality, but also with sweetish notes, a hint of nutty flavour and tart overtones. Chapeau!

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In 2021, the ‘Concours’ series was completed - in addition to the short Perfecto, this slim traditional format was added, which gives the blend a beautifully intense character. 45 - 65 minutes of smoking pleasure at the usual top level!

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Like all the other cigars in this exceptional series, this one also impresses with a very original and multi-faceted flavour. A fine cocoa note accompanies the entire smoke; with steadily increasing intensity and an overall medium strength, the fine scent of leather, sweetish, spicy flavour, oak wood and delicate tones of hay and grass, as we know them from Habanos, compete very harmoniously with each other. In the course of the smoke, noble, tart and nutty components and a deep, slightly malty and earthy coffee flavour are added. An exquisite, extremely exciting cigar!

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Kurze dicke Perfectos haben ihren ganz eigenen Reiz – wie etwa die kleinen Fuente „Hemingway“, so auch dieses tolle Format. Überschaubare Rauchdauer (hier ca. 40 – 55 Minuten), aber maximales Rauchvolumen!

Aroma

Der üppige, mega-cremige Rauch bietet nicht ganz so viel Abwechslung wie die ebenfalls neue Corona der Serie, dafür umso mehr Sanftheit, Süße und Opulenz. Zartbitter-Schokolade, Macadamianüsse und Mokka kommen einem in den Sinn; aber auch die feinherben Nuancen des Blends, die an Leder und Tropenholz erinnern, kommen nicht zu kurz. Vor allem in der 1. Hälfte werden sie von eleganten vegetalen Noten umspielt. Die Stärke, zunächst moderat, pegelt sich rasch im Mittelfeld ein. Die luxuriöse Zigarre eignet sich aromatisch bestens als Abschluss eines Gourmet-Menüs und passt zu vielen Edelbränden!

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800 meters are an unusual altitude for tobacco cultivation - but this super-premium series is a striking proof that the mountain air is able to bring out very fine flavors! You can enjoy this compact format for about 50 - 65 minutes.

Aroma

Here, the dazzling aroma of the blend presents itself as concentrated and full-bodied as one might expect from a slightly smaller Robusto. Both the charmingly playful tropical fruit sweetness and the grittier, spicier notes hit the palate expressively, with plenty of body. A firework of almonds, cedar, ethereal and floral scents, permanently carried by wonderfully creamy smoke consistency. As the smoke progresses, the spice takes hold more, complemented by a soft, peaty earthiness. However, the lovely facets are not lost until put down. Good medium strength and full of flavor intensity.

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Flavour

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A name suffix such as "Petit" would look good on this four-inch snout cigar - but you can see what awaits you: a typical "short smoke" in perfecto form. It burns for approx. 40 - 50 minutes.

Flavours

After a few toasty, woody puffs at the beginning, the aroma of this endearing little cigar "opens up" and it burns a firework display of hay, floral and cedar flavours, accompanied by a lingering honey sweetness and a good portion of cream on the palate. A spicy cinnamon/nutmeg flavour and ethereal ginger notes with a fine, subtle spiciness round off the complex flavour profile on the spicy side. As it tapers towards the end of the head, the smoke becomes somewhat heartier and stronger; like all representatives of the Classic series, it remains moderate in strength.

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With superior quality, the only German fine cigar brand has re-established itself in the market. The finest leaves from the high valley Cibao are in a silky Roasdo wrapper. The long Corona burns for about 65 - 80 minutes.

Aroma

The specialists at LC simply deliver every time - and they have also mastered the art of giving each format its own character! This foil really brings out all the complexity and variety of the blend. Seductive fruity sweetness and rich creamy nuttiness meld in perfect harmony with the distinguished scent of tropical woods. With exemplary clarity, the exciting evolution of the flavor profile proceeds toward steadily more spice, which appears in the form of tinglingly spicy notes of cinnamon and ginger. One of the stronger Lauras, quite "medium+".

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We are delighted that, after a long dry spell, some manufacturers are now returning to the charms of long corona formats and are meeting with a positive response. Be sure to try this gem with a smoking time of approx. 90 - 105 minutes!

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The hope of all fans of “long thins” is 100% fulfilled: Indeed, the extra-large Lonsdale offers maximum variety and development! At the beginning, it ingratiates itself with grassy freshness and fruity sweetness, surrounded by the scent of light exotic woods. These lovely, delicate notes remain throughout, but are increasingly complemented by richer and deeper flavor facets. Walnut, caramel, cappuccino and freshly turned hay appear on the horizon of associations; occasionally a subtle citrus note flits across the palate. In the last third, the smoke becomes a little more earthy and roasted, but always remains gentle.