This cigar was immediately appealing to me with its striking appearance. The exaggerated ponytail of tobacco on the cap immediately draws you in, and the lovely warm nut brown coloring on the Havana rapper with a soft oil sheen captivates the eyes even after lighting up the cigar. The draw does have some firmness which only serves to accentuate the purity of the flavor, and makes for a jammy, sometimes even juicy smoke texture experience. The flavor from start to finish is the most remarkable attribute however, with so much layering that it was sometimes hard to keep up. This was as close to a perfect cigar as I’ve ever had, and I want everyone to know about it.
Rh: 62% Smoke Time: 65 Minutes
In the bustling heart of Estelí, Nicaragua, a young tobacco
virtuoso is quietly crafting masterpieces. Raul Lanuza, a
third-generation Nicaraguan tobacco man, raised in the verdant
elds and bustling factories of what is swiftly becoming the new
Havana, is on the verge of stardom. While few know his name
outside of a select circle, Lanuza is poised to become a legend.
With the Lazuna Habano 5×50, his work speaks volumes. This
cigar, wrapped in the nest Habano Estelí, is a testament to his
heritage and his craft.
Wrapper: Nicaragua
Binder: Nicaragua
Filler: Nicaragua
Vitola: Robusto/ Size: 5″x50
Factory: Lanuza Cigar Factory/Country of Origin: Nicaragua
Incredible notes of sweet citrus and tropical fruit
Much like the body, but with some funky earth
Some noticeable firmness, but not negatively so. Dried stone fruit, cedar, wheat
Salted caramel, dried apple, cinnamon, light milk chocolate, fruity granola bars, toffee, light tannins and nut shells on the finish
Retrohale: cinnamon, allspice, brown sugar, chocolate, toffee
A continuation of the salted caramel and a rebound of milk chocolate, mocha espresso with cream, roasted peanut
Retrohale: sweet and somewhat musty cedar, roasted nuts
