E.P. Carrillo La Historia
Discover the pinnacle of E.P. Carrillo’s artistry with La Historia, a meticulously crafted box-pressed cigar that embodies decades of tobacco heritage and blending expertise. This extraordinary creation delivers a medium-to-full-bodied experience that has earned exceptional acclaim from aficionados worldwide.
- Luxurious Mexican San Andrés wrapper provides rich complexity and visual appeal
- Ecuador Sumatra binder adds refined balance and structural integrity
- Premium Dominican and Nicaraguan long-filler blend for exceptional depth
- Earned an outstanding 95-point rating from Cigar Aficionado Magazine
- Box-pressed format ensures even burning and concentrated flavor delivery
- Notes of coffee, cocoa, black cherry with a sweet spice finish
- Presented in an elegant felt-lined box befitting its premium status
La Historia represents a defining moment in E.P. Carrillo’s legacy, where traditional Cuban techniques meet contemporary innovation. The Mexican San Andrés wrapper, with its distinctive dark-brown hue and oily sheen, immediately signals the sophistication within. This prized leaf undergoes extensive fermentation to develop its characteristic richness, contributing bold notes of espresso and dark chocolate that form the foundation of this remarkable blend.
The construction showcases masterful attention to detail, with each box-pressed cigar maintaining perfect symmetry and density. The Ecuador Sumatra binder harmonizes beautifully with the carefully selected Dominican and Nicaraguan long-fillers, creating a smoking experience that evolves magnificently from first light. Initial draws reveal robust coffee and cocoa notes, gradually introducing hints of black cherry sweetness that add unexpected complexity to the profile.
What truly distinguishes La Historia is its ability to deliver power with refinement. The medium-to-full strength never overwhelms, instead offering waves of flavor that include cacao nibs, scorched earth undertones, and a delightfully sweet spice finish that lingers pleasantly on the palate. Each cigar burns evenly and consistently, producing dense white ash that speaks to the quality of tobaccos and construction. This is a cigar that rewards contemplation, revealing new nuances with every third, making it equally suitable for special celebrations or moments of personal reflection.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Wrapper Type | Mexican San Andrés |
| Binder Origin | Ecuador Sumatra |
| Filler Blend | Dominican and Nicaraguan Long-Filler |
| Strength Profile | Medium to Full Bodied |
| Construction | Box-Pressed |
| Presentation | Felt-Lined Box |
| Industry Rating | 95 Points – Cigar Aficionado Magazine |
| Tasting Notes | Coffee, cocoa, black cherry, sweet spice, dark chocolate |
Summary
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- Strength: Medium-Full Bodied
- Binder: Ecuador Sumatra
- Wrapper: Mexican San Andrés
- Filler: Dominican and Nicaraguan
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes E.P. Carrillo La Historia special?
La Historia combines a Mexican San Andrés wrapper with Ecuador Sumatra binder and premium Dominican-Nicaraguan fillers, earning 95 points from Cigar Aficionado for its exceptional balance of coffee, cocoa, and black cherry notes.
Why is La Historia box-pressed?
The box-pressed format concentrates flavors, ensures even burning, and provides a comfortable grip while showcasing the traditional Cuban pressing techniques that E.P. Carrillo masterfully employs.
What strength level is La Historia?
La Historia delivers a medium-to-full-bodied experience that provides rich, complex flavors with satisfying strength without overwhelming the palate, making it accessible to experienced enthusiasts.
What are the primary flavor notes in La Historia?
Expect prominent notes of coffee and cocoa, complemented by black cherry sweetness, dark chocolate, cacao nibs, and a delightfully sweet spice finish that evolves throughout the smoke.
How does the Mexican San Andrés wrapper contribute to the blend?
The Mexican San Andrés wrapper adds rich complexity with its dark, oily character, contributing robust espresso and dark chocolate notes while providing the signature smoothness this wrapper is known for.
What type of presentation does La Historia come in?
La Historia arrives in an elegant felt-lined box that protects the cigars while showcasing the premium nature of this blend, making it an excellent choice for gifting or collecting.
Is La Historia suitable for aging?
Yes, the robust blend of aged Dominican and Nicaraguan tobaccos combined with the Mexican San Andrés wrapper makes La Historia an excellent candidate for further aging in your humidor.
What beverages pair well with La Historia?
The coffee and chocolate notes pair beautifully with espresso, single malt scotch, aged rum, or port wine, while the cherry sweetness complements bourbon or cognac exceptionally well.
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jasonr75 (verified owner) –
This is one of my go to regular sticks and one of the best EPC cigars. If you like the Pledge and the Encore, this is like the lovechild of those 2!
Strong yet smooth, dark chocolate and cacao nibs, cherry sweetness and great construction and draw. The presentation and box are very nice, typical of Carrillo packaging.
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Thiago A Ferreira (verified owner) –
Este blend e o encore são meus preferidos da carrilo. O pledge não me agrada muito. Pra quem quer bastante punch e sabor, esse recomendo muito
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brianjthorne (verified owner) –
Beautiful presentation, with a nice box, excellent construction and eye catching wrapper. Even burn, with notes of espresso, dark chocolate and scorched earth. Gotta hand it to EP Carrillo; another excellent cigar, at a reasonable price.
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