CAO Italia
Price range: $168.25 through $185.25
CAO Italia. Medium-to-full bodied Honduran cigar featuring rare Italian Habano-seed tobacco from the Benevento region. Notes of spice, fruit, cedar, cocoa, and espresso. Handmade with Nicaraguan and Peruvian fillers.
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Discover the vibrant spirit of the CAO Italia—a cigar that celebrates Italian innovation and worldly craftsmanship. At the heart of this unique blend is a rare Italian Habano-seed tobacco grown in the fertile Benevento region, infusing the smoke with earthy sweetness and hints of fruit. This Italian leaf pairs expertly with well-aged Nicaraguan and Peruvian tobaccos, delivering a flavorful, medium-to-full bodied experience that stands out in any humidor.
- Handmade in Honduras with a distinctive four-country blend
- Rare Italian Habano-seed tobacco in the filler for unique sweetness and complexity
- Hearty Honduran Habano wrapper and binder add structure and depth
- Filler blend includes select Nicaraguan and Peruvian tobaccos
- Flavor notes: spice, fruit, cedar, cocoa, espresso, and subtle creamy undertones
- Consistently rated 90+ by critics and celebrated for originality
- Available in large ring gauge formats including Ciao, Gondola, and Piazza
Sparking up CAO Italia brings an intriguing profile from the first draw—spicy and creamy notes develop into layers of cedar, espresso, black cherry, cocoa, and a long-lingering sweetness. The rare Italian tobacco imparts character you won’t find elsewhere, anchoring the blend’s complex transitions and rich aromatic smoke. Expertly rolled for a slow, even burn and dependable draw, every vitola is a tribute to international tobacco artistry and Italy’s heritage.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Strength | Medium-Full |
| Country | Honduras |
| Wrapper | Honduran Habano |
| Binder | Honduran |
| Filler | Italian Habano-seed, Nicaraguan, Peruvian |
| Box Count | 20 |
Summary
- Box Count: 20
- Region: Honduras
- Strength: Medium-Full
- Binder: Honduran
- Wrapper: Honduran Habano
- Filler: Italian Habano-seed, Nicaraguan, Peruvian
Frequently Asked Questions
What is unique about the CAO Italia blend?
It features rare Italian Habano-seed tobacco, contributing earthy sweetness and complex fruit notes distinct from other cigars.
Where is CAO Italia made?
Handmade in Honduras using a four-country blend for unmatched character and depth.
What are the main flavor notes?
Expect spice, creamy wood, cocoa, espresso, black cherry, and a long, subtle sweetness.
Is this cigar suitable for beginners?
With its approachable medium-to-full bodied strength and unique flavor, CAO Italia is ideal for adventurous beginners and seasoned aficionados alike.
What are the available sizes?
Vitolas include the Ciao (5 x 56), Gondola (6 1/4 x 54), and Piazza (6 x 60), each designed for a satisfying, aromatic experience.
How does the construction and burn rate compare?
Each cigar is expertly rolled for an even, cool burn and an easy draw, regardless of the format you choose.
What’s the best pairing for CAO Italia?
Pair with single malt, espresso, or dark chocolate to complement the cigar’s fruit, spice, and coffee notes.
How is CAO Italia received by critics?
Consistently awarded 90+ ratings for originality, flavor, and expert craftsmanship.
| Sizes | Box – Ciao 5 x 56, 5 Pack – Ciao 5 x 56, Box – Gondola 6 1/4 x 54, 5 Pack – Gondola 6 1/4 x 54, Box – Piazza 6 1/4 x 54, 5 Pack – Piazza 6 1/4 x 54 |
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