Meet the cigar that shouts "special occasion" through its mere existence - VegaFina Fortaleza 2 Capa 20. This 50 x 5½" Gran Robusto comes in boxes of 12 priced around $111.60, flaunting a Mexican Habano wrapper aged for two decades. Made in Tabacalera de García (the world's largest premium cigar factory), it combines American binder with Dominican/Nicaraguan/Peruvian filler leaves. Perfect balance between novelty and classic appeal, though some find it too approachable for a "Fortaleza" (Spanish for strength).
Initial draws deliver cedar planks and almond skins with a salty edge. The Mexican wrapper shows its teeth through white pepper tingle, softened by a caramelized sugar undertone. Combustion stays razor-sharp - no touch-ups needed even with 52 ring gauge.
Creaminess explodes at the 1-inch mark like cappuccino froth. Expect roasted cashews and subtle barnyard funk (the good kind). Draw tightens slightly around band point - classic García factory characteristic. Keep cutter handy for cap adjustment.
Last third brings bitter cocoa and damp earth, maintaining medium-body despite "Fortaleza" naming. Retrohale reveals lemon zest surprise. Nicotine buildup minimal - finish entire stick without dizziness. White ash holds strong till final inch.
Scoring 91 points from Cigar Aficionado for its Robusto sibling, the Capa 20 variant inherits proven blending techniques. The Mexican wrapper undergoes 20-year aging in bales, creating smoother combustion than younger Habano leaves. Box code hunters note 2021 production dates with consistent 65-68% humidity performance.
