Let's talk about the Ashton Virgin Sun Grown Spellbound - a 7.5"x54 double corona that demands attention with its oily Ecuador Sumatra wrapper. This full-bodied beast comes box-pressed with 24 sticks per box, rolling Dominican long-leaf filler that's been aged to perfection. The dark chocolate-colored wrapper glistens with visible oils, promising serious flavor depth for experienced smokers.
First Third: Immediate black pepper kick with roasted coffee beans and faint cinnamon. Thick smoke output coats the palate, leaving a mineral-like sensation on the tongue.
Middle Third: Transition to bittersweet cocoa and cedarwood dominance. Develops salty caramel undertones and distinct graphite notes reminiscent of pencil lead.
Final Third: Espresso intensity emerges with burnt sugar sweetness. The last inch introduces leathery texture and nicotine punch that satisfies heavy smokers.
The box-pressed parejo shape maintains perfect burn lines despite its girth. Dominican filler tobacco from Yaque Valley shows meticulous fermentation - zero bitterness in the final third. Volcanic soil minerals from Ecuador's Los Ríos province translate directly into that signature mineral finish.
Let this cigar rest at 65% RH for 90 days minimum to soften initial peppery assault. Pair with peated Scotch or cold brew coffee to complement its roasted flavors. Skip if you're nicotine-sensitive - the 55mg nicotine content delivers proper kick.
