Gellis Family Saunter – Premium Dominican Cigars
The Gellis Family Saunter represents a refined smoking experience crafted for the discerning cigar enthusiast. This medium-bodied masterpiece showcases the artistry of Dominican cigar making, featuring a year-long aging process in Spanish cedar that develops exceptional depth and complexity.
Key Features & Benefits
- Aged to Perfection – 1 year Spanish cedar aging creates seamless flavor integration
- Premium Wrapper – Ecuadorian Connecticut Desflorada delivers delicate yet flavorful characteristics
- Complex Flavor Journey – Evolving notes of cream, honey, caramel, fruit, and white pepper
- Expert Craftsmanship – Handcrafted at renowned Tabacalera La iSLA factory
- Perfect Size – 5.25 x 48 vitola offers optimal smoking duration and draw
Tasting Profile & Experience
The Saunter opens with cedar tartness balanced by honey sweetness, creating an inviting first impression. As you progress through the smoke, graham cracker aromas emerge alongside subtle fruit notes and caramel undertones. The final third introduces gentle white pepper spice, culminating in a satisfying and well-rounded finish that showcases the cigar’s medium body strength.
Each draw reveals the meticulous blending of Nicaraguan and Dominican fillers, bound together with an Ecuadorian binder that enhances the overall harmony. The Connecticut Desflorada wrapper contributes to the cigar’s smooth character while maintaining the complexity that makes this blend truly special.
Specifications
Attribute | Details |
---|---|
Size | 5.25 x 48 |
Body | Medium |
Origin | Santiago, Dominican Republic |
Factory | Tabacalera La iSLA |
Aging | 1 Year Spanish Cedar |
Box Count | 12 cigars |
Summary
Box Count: 12
Region: Dominican Republic
Strength: Medium
Binder: Ecuador
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Connecticut Desflorada
Filler: Nicaraguan & Dominican Republic
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes the Gellis Family Saunter unique?
The Saunter stands out through its year-long Spanish cedar aging process and carefully selected Ecuadorian Connecticut Desflorada wrapper, creating a refined smoking experience with complex layered flavors.
What flavor notes can I expect from this cigar?
You’ll experience cream, honey, caramel, fruit, and white pepper notes that evolve throughout the smoke, with cedar and graham cracker characteristics appearing in different thirds.
Is this cigar suitable for beginners?
Yes, the medium body strength and smooth character make it accessible to newer cigar smokers while offering enough complexity to satisfy experienced enthusiasts.
How long does it take to smoke a Saunter?
The 5.25 x 48 size typically provides 45-60 minutes of smoking time, depending on your smoking pace.
What’s the best way to store these cigars?
Maintain proper humidity levels between 65-70% and temperature around 70°F in a quality humidor to preserve the aging and flavor profile.
Where are these cigars manufactured?
The Saunter is handcrafted at Tabacalera La iSLA factory in Santiago, Dominican Republic, known for exceptional cigar making expertise.
What occasions are best suited for this cigar?
The refined character makes it perfect for special occasions, business meetings, or relaxed evening smoking sessions when you want to savor quality craftsmanship.
How does the aging process affect the flavor?
The one-year Spanish cedar aging allows tobacco flavors to marry and mellow, creating smoother transitions between flavor notes and eliminating harsh edges.
nacan (verified owner) –
This Gellis from Family Saunter was delicious, every puff from the start to the end, very nice aroma, taste and consistency, perfectly oily body and a great burn!
Upvote if this was helpful (0) Downvote if this was not helpful (0) Watch Unwatch Flag for removal
mchun1104 (verified owner) –
What a great morning cigar to pair with a cup of coffee! I got to enjoy one while I was on the course in Hawaii a few weeks back – very mild and smooth smoke! Love the band as well!
Upvote if this was helpful (0) Downvote if this was not helpful (0) Watch Unwatch Flag for removal
Ysofockup (verified owner) –
I thought this was a terrific cigar. Starts with a good bit of cedar tartness with a little hay in the background. The cedar is balanced by honey sweetness (one reviewer called it honeysuckle, and I don’t disagree) which fades into a distinct graham cracker aroma in the last third. Also a little pepper toward the end. A very flavorful cigar that is well worth a try, if not a whole box.
Upvote if this was helpful (0) Downvote if this was not helpful (0) Watch Unwatch Flag for removal
Shawn Burridge (verified owner) –
Gellis is on fire this year and this release is no different!! Pretty unique flavors and great burn construction wise. Definitely a box worthy cigar!
Upvote if this was helpful (0) Downvote if this was not helpful (0) Watch Unwatch Flag for removal
maduropapi (verified owner) –
Strong notes of honey on this stick with a sweet sweet cedar great stick. Age will do great things to this stick. A small amount of cinnamon on retro. Very light pepper almost nonexistent.
Upvote if this was helpful (0) Downvote if this was not helpful (0) Watch Unwatch Flag for removal
andrew.maiorino (verified owner) –
Gellis has been putting our some top notch blends and this one hits. Really smooth cigar, great construction, and beautiful presentation. Quick shipping by Oxford. Can’t go wrong with this cigar at the price.
Upvote if this was helpful (0) Downvote if this was not helpful (0) Watch Unwatch Flag for removal
contrerast3 (verified owner) –
Good not great. Could just be me but it seems Kyle is just pumping out a ton of new stuff that isn’t really too far from other releases in terms of flavor. For the price I’d argue bird on a rose is a better stick than this one.
Upvote if this was helpful (0) Downvote if this was not helpful (0) Watch Unwatch Flag for removal