This Nicaraguan heavyweight from My Father Cigars comes in a box-pressed 7" x 56 Toro Gordo format - the burliest size in the La Opulencia line. At around $12 per stick for a 20-count box ($237.60 total), it's positioned as a premium daily driver rather than special occasion smoke. The oily San Andres "rosado oscuro" wrapper hides Corojo and Criollo binders with Nicaraguan fillers from the Garcia family's farms, blending strength with surprising sophistication for a cigar this size.
Pre-light aroma gives earth and barnyard with a faint cinnamon stick sweetness. The cold draw feels slightly resistant but manageable through the dual cap.
Initial puffs burst with black pepper and espresso grit that lingers on the tongue. Smoke output feels surprisingly moderate despite the ring gauge. Charred oak notes emerge around the 1" mark, accompanied by a dry cocoa bitterness that pairs well with the spice. Burn line stays razor-straight without corrections.
Transition starts at the halfway point - pepper mellows into roasted cashews and caramelized sugar sweetness. The retrohale develops a creamy texture with baking spices (nutmeg dominant). Some users report slight tunneling issues here unless rotated regularly.
Nicaraguan volcanic soil minerality takes center stage with damp earth and leather accents. Strength builds noticeably - nicotine-sensitive smokers might feel lightheadedness by the nub. Final ash holds past 2" before dropping, revealing tight gray-and-black layering.
The box press allows comfortable holding despite the 56 ring gauge. Observed minimal stem protrusions in sampled units (2025 production). Average smoke time clocks 100-110 minutes with proper pacing. Recommended rest period of 45-60 days post-shipping for optimal combustion.
