Charter Oak Connecticut Broadleaf Lonsdale is the variation of the line that uses a Connecticut Broadleaf wrapper, the other version uses a slightly different blend with a Connecticut Shade wrapper.
• Country of Origin: Nicaragua
• Size: 46 x 158 mm (6.25’’)
• Wrapper: Connecticut Broadleaf
• Binder: Nicaragua
• Filler: Nicaragua
• Price: $5.50
The binder is Nicaraguan Habano, while the filler is composed of a mix of Nicaraguan tobaccos, from the Esteli and Jalapa regions.
The foot of the cigar is closed.
Charter Oak Connecticut Broadleaf Lonsdale: the cold draw brings hints of cocoa to the palette. The opening starts out with balsamic notes.
The first third continues on balsamic herbs, now joined by wood. Strength is medium (3/5).
The second third sees the aromatic bouquet expand: the balsamic herbs are followed by cocoa, wood and spicy hints. Strength remains constant.
The final third sees the spicy component becoming more pronounced. Balsamic herbs, however, remain the protagonists. Strength grows a little (3.5/5).
Harmony is discreet, as is the aromatic intensity.
Rating: 87