This box-pressed Churchill from La Galera 1936 series brings Dominican craftsmanship to your humidor. At 7 1/4" with a 50 ring gauge, the pressed square shape feels substantial in hand. The $219.83 price tag for 21 sticks works out to about $10 per cigar - solid value for this medium-full smoke.
Cold Draw: Raisin sweetness meets earthy barnyard notes through the unique snail-head cap.
Initial puffs deliver roasted cashews and dark chocolate. The box-press creates a slower burn, allowing the Ecuadorian wrapper to showcase baking spices. Smoke production stays medium, with ash holding firm for 1.5 inches.
Strength kicks up as espresso and leather notes emerge. Pepper builds on retrohale without overpowering the core sweetness. Burn line stays sharp despite the pressed shape.
Caramelized sugars emerge with hickory smoke undertones. The last inch brings noticeable nicotine strength - typical Dominican Piloto Cubano finish. Some smokers report slight tar buildup if nubbed.
Master blender Jochy Blanco's recipe uses 3+ year aged tobacco from Cibao Valley. The Dominican Criollo 98 binder balances the Piloto Cubano filler's spice. Rolled at Tabacalera Palma factory using traditional "cabeza de caracol" spiral head technique for improved airflow.
A flavor-packed Churchill that justifies its CA 90+ ratings. While not as smooth as some Cuban-style alternatives, it offers complex transitions at a reasonable price. Best paired with aged rum or espresso.
