Foundation Cigar Company’s the Wise Man Corojo Lancero and Wise Man Maduro Lancero, which are officially shipping this week to select premium tobacconists across the U.S.
“These vitolas represent a deep connection to my roots as a blender and to my grandfather, who always appreciated the elegance of the Lancero format,” said Nicholas Melillo, Founder and Master Blender of Foundation Cigar Company. “We’ve taken two of our most complex blends—Corojo and Maduro—and refined them into something truly special. Now it’s time to share that experience with cigar lovers across the country.”
On paper, the Wise Man Corojo Lancero remains a Nicaraguan puro, featuring the same Corojo wrapper as the other sizes in the line. However, there have been some adjustments to the blend. The most significant difference can be found in the Wise Man Maduro Lancero, which diverges entirely from the other sizes. In the Maduro Lancero, the binder is made from Mexican San Andrés tobacco, while the wrapper is Connecticut Broadleaf. The filler remains entirely Nicaraguan.
Both are available in 20-count boxes, with initial shipments to select retailers this week and broader availability expected later this fall.