Wessex Red Virginia Flake Pipe Tobacco

Discover the refined character of Wessex Red Virginia Flake, a premium pipe tobacco crafted with meticulous attention to detail. This distinguished blend features carefully selected chestnut-colored Virginia tobaccos pressed into elegant flakes that deliver a naturally toasty flavor profile with a subtle sweetness.

Product Features

• 100% Virginia tobacco blend
• Firmly pressed flake cut for consistent burning
• Medium strength with natural tobacco flavor
• Subtle aromatic qualities from delicate topping
• 1.75oz (50g) tin packaging
• Produced in Denmark

Tasting Profile

Wessex Red Virginia Flake offers a mildly tangy profile with notes of ripe dark fruit complemented by subtle grass and earth undertones. The flavor delivers gentle citrus hints with touches of dried fruit and a unique character from its delicate topping. While the tin description mentions coriander and rose oil, most enthusiasts find these notes extremely subtle, creating a refined smoking experience that allows the natural Virginia character to shine through.

Smoking Experience

The thin, medium brown flakes come at an ideal moisture level for smoking and are remarkably easy to work with – they separate effortlessly and can be rubbed out with minimal effort. This tobacco lights easily and burns at a moderate rate with consistent flavor throughout the bowl. The smoke is clean and natural tasting with a medium temperature that won’t bite even when pushed. Expect a mild to medium nicotine content that makes it suitable for regular enjoyment.

Preparation Recommendations

While perfectly smokable straight from the tin, some enthusiasts recommend a brief drying period of about 30 minutes to enhance the flavor profile and reduce any peppery mouth feel. The flakes are versatile – they can be folded and stuffed or completely rubbed out depending on