Dunbarton Tobacco and Trust Year of the Duque

Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust Year of the Duque

Commemorate passion and camaraderie in the cigar world with the Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust Year of the Duque—a limited-edition tribute created by Steve Saka in honor of Chris Duque, a beloved industry figure. This inaugural release in a new annual series is meticulously hand-crafted at Fábrica de Tabacos Joya de Nicaragua S.A., blending artistry, tradition, and community into each memorable cigar.

Key Features & Benefits

• Limited release—only 2,000 boxes of 14 cigars produced
• Debut of Dunbarton’s new annual series celebrating icons of the cigar community
• Unique 5″ x 48 parejo vitola, created to reflect Chris Duque’s preferred format
• Flavor-driven blend with notes of sweet brown bread, dark chocolate, dried fig, and black pepper spice
• Features an Ecuadorian Habano Rosado wrapper, Mexican San Andrés Negro binder, and Nicaraguan/Pennsylvania fillers
• Medium-full strength profile crafted for complexity and smoothness

Flavor Experience & Blend

Every Year of the Duque cigar offers a robust sensory journey. Expect intertwining layers of rich dark chocolate, sweet brown bread, ripe dried fig, and an unmistakable black pepper zing. With meticulous construction, each puff delivers thick, chewy smoke while maintaining a smooth, balanced texture—just as Chris Duque himself would have enjoyed.

The blend is a thoughtful representation of Duque’s favorites: a nuanced Ecuadorian Habano Rosado wrapper envelops a hearty Mexican San Andrés Negro binder and complex Nicaraguan and Pennsylvania filler tobaccos. The result is a memorable, limited-edition smoke that lingers on the palate and in memory.

Summary

Box Count: 14
Region: Nicaragua
Strength: Medium-Full
Binder: Mexican San Andrés Negro
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Habano Rosado
Filler: Nicaraguan and Pennsylvania seed leaf

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the inspiration behind the Year of the Duque?

This special release honors Chris Duque, a cherished member of the cigar community, and marks the debut of an ongoing series from Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust.

How limited is this cigar?

Only 2,000 boxes of 14 cigars were produced, ensuring exclusivity for collectors and fans.

What does the flavor profile offer?

Expect a flavor-forward smoke with notes of sweet brown bread, rich dark chocolate, dried fig, and black pepper, along with a chewy, thick smoke texture.

Who blended the Year of the Duque cigar?

This blend was created by Steve Saka, renowned for his craftsmanship and passionate approach to premium cigars.

What tobaccos are used in this release?

The blend features an Ecuadorian Habano Rosado wrapper over a Mexican San Andrés Negro binder and Nicaraguan and Pennsylvania seed leaf fillers.

Is this cigar suitable for special occasions or gifting?

Absolutely—it’s both a collector’s piece and a meaningful offering that celebrates legacy, making it ideal for memorable moments and as a premium gift.

Where is the Year of the Duque crafted?

Each cigar is carefully produced at Fábrica de Tabacos Joya de Nicaragua S.A. in Nicaragua, ensuring outstanding quality and construction.

Will this be an ongoing series?

Yes, the Year of the Duque starts a new annual tradition celebrating influential figures in the cigar industry with specially crafted limited releases each year.