The Smoking Syndicate: Romeo y Julieta Reserva Real Nicaragua Profundo Robusto

Altadis USA just released its newest line, an extension of the Romeo y Julieta line called the Reserva Real Nicaragua Profundo. This new cigar is a collaboration between AJ Fernandez and Rafael Nodal, rolled at AJ Fernandez’s factory in Nicaragua (though which one is not disclosed), from tobacco grown on his farm. The cigar features an “extra-fermentated” Nicaraguan Oscuro wrapper over a Nicaraguan binder and fillers. Retail on the robusto is $11.25. Here is a part of the article on Cigar Coop: “Continuing to build on the success of the Reserva Real family, the Profundo was developed to offer aficionados a new expression that reflects their evolving taste and growing appreciation for Nicaraguan tobaccos, while preserving the signature smoothness that defines the brand,” said Mariana Hinestrosa, Senior Brand Manager for Romeo y Julieta Wrapper: Nicaraguan Oscuro Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Country of Origin: Nicaragua Factory: AJ Fernandez (specific factory not disclosed) Vitola: Robusto MSRP: $11.25 Final Score: 89