Christian Luis Eiroa
Eiroa CBT Lancero Single Cigar
The Eiroa CBT Lancero is a daring experiment in tobacco fermentation, showcasing Christian Eiroa’s mastery of the Corojo seed. By using only Maduro-fermented leaves for the entire cigar, the CBT delivers an opaque, near-black appearance and a flavor profile that is arguably the most intense in the Eiroa portfolio. The Lancero format is the "purist's choice" for this blend; the narrow ring gauge emphasizes the ratio of the oily wrapper, leading to a concentrated, laser-focused delivery of nicotine and flavor. This is not a cigar for the faint of heart—it is a sophisticated, full-throttle Honduran puro that offers a unique, savory-sweet complexity that is virtually unmatched in the industry. Each cigar is elegantly tissue-wrapped to protect the fragile, oil-saturated wrapper, making the presentation as refined as the smoke itself.
The Eiroa CBT Lancero is a daring experiment in tobacco fermentation, showcasing Christian Eiroa’s mastery of the Corojo seed. By using only Maduro-fermented leaves for the entire cigar, the CBT delivers an opaque, near-black appearance and a flavor profile that is arguably the most intense in the Eiroa portfolio. The Lancero format is the "purist's choice" for this blend; the narrow ring gauge emphasizes the ratio of the oily wrapper, leading to a concentrated, laser-focused delivery of nicotine and flavor. This is not a cigar for the faint of heart—it is a sophisticated, full-throttle Honduran puro that offers a unique, savory-sweet complexity that is virtually unmatched in the industry. Each cigar is elegantly tissue-wrapped to protect the fragile, oil-saturated wrapper, making the presentation as refined as the smoke itself.
This is not a "boring" Connecticut; it features the signature AJ Fernandez "zing" balanced by a buttery smooth texture.
First Third: The narrow foot provides an immediate concentration of white pepper and cedar. As the burn line widens, it opens up into a creamy profile of cashews and freshly baked bread.
Second Third: The influence of the Cameroon binder becomes evident, adding a unique baking spice sweetness (nutmeg and cinnamon). The core is defined by a buttery mouthfeel and notes of sweet hay.
Final Third: Unlike many Connecticut cigars that become bitter at the end, the Enclave remains clean. The flavor deepens into light leather, roasted nuts, and a lingering honey sweetness on the finish.