Plasencia Cosecha 149 Azacualpa Toro
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SIZE: 52 x 152mm (6”)
PRICE: $ 14.5 | € 14.5
TIME: 1h 10 min
COUNTRY: Honduras
WRAPPER: Honduras
BINDER: Honduras
FILLER: Honduras
The Plasencia Cosecha 149 Azacualpa is the first line made by Plasencia using tobaccos exclusively from Honduras. The tobaccos used come from the 149th crop, harvested in 2014, and have been aged for seven years before rolling. It delivers a bold smoke. The flavor profile is deep and complex. The strength is medium to full, and it is under control from the first to the last puff.
The opening delivers earthy notes, together with vegetal and roasted aromas. Further into the smoke, there is also a rich coffee bean flavor supported by spices, with the cardamom standing out. Nutty and chocolaty notes are added in the second half. The finale is a blast of spices.
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