El Gaucho Premium

El Gaucho Premium

El Gaucho Premium 1600 900 Luca Cominelli

The El Gaucho line is made in Indonesia and comes in two blend variations: the Fantastico and the Premium. Both lines come in the same three sizes (a box-pressed Toro, a round Toro, and Chiquitos).

The unique thing about the box-pressed size is that it is packaged in square tubos and comes in 10-ct leather cases.

El Gaucho Premium

The cigar is very box pressed. The cigars are rolled in a Colorado Claro wrapper, that is smooth to the touch. Filling is uniform.

  • Country of Origin: Indonesia
  • Size: 54 x 150 mm (5 ⅞″)
  • Wrapper: Ecuador
  • Binder: Brazil
  • Filler: Dominican Rep.
  • Price: $ – | € 13.5 
El Gaucho Premium

El Gaucho Premium: The cold draw reveals scents of wood and honey. The opening delivers hazelnut and black pepper.

El Gaucho Premium

The first third continues with hazelnut and peppery notes. The strength is mild-medium (2/5).

The second third continues with hazelnut and peppery notes, with the addition of toasted wood aroma. The strength increases slightly (2.5/5).

The last third adds earthy notes, but the flavor profile becomes slightly dry. The strength is confirmed (2.5/5).

Overall, the El Gaucho Premium starts well in the first half but falls off in the second half. The flavor profile is not that broad or structured, but it is enjoyable. The last section gets drier and involves a little, giving off a performance that is not on the same level as the first two-thirds.

Rating: 86