This 5.5" x 38 panatela from the Dominican Republic comes in boxes of 25 with Connecticut shade wrapper. First blended in 1992, it delivers mild-bodied satisfaction through aged Dominican binder and filler tobaccos. The construction maintains Don Lucas' reputation - even burn line with creamy smoke output that won't overwhelm new smokers.
Cold Draw: Hay sweetness with faint cedar
First Third: Creamy cashew nut flavors emerge through light pepper spice. Draw opens up after 5mm burn with visible oil ring developing under wrapper.
Middle Third: Almond butter texture dominates. Secondary notes of oatmeal cookies surface at 45-minute mark. Smoke stays cool despite slim ring gauge.
Final Third: Mild white pepper returns with earthy undertones. Needs 2-3 purges past 1-hour mark to maintain flavor clarity. Bittersweet finish lasts 7-8 minutes post-smoke.
The candela-like wrapper appears thinner than modern Dominicans. Cap application shows slight irregularities - 3 samples required minor touch-ups with cigar glue. Burn rate averages 1" every 18 minutes with moderate smoke output.
Handrolled in Punta Cana since 1992 using original formula. Production limited to 15,000 cigars monthly - factory tours showcase leaf sorting with traditional chavetas. Tobacco aging process includes 6-month fermentation in Caribbean pine barrels.
