INTRODUCING THE AVO IMPROVISATION SERIES LE19

Pinellas Park, FL – Wednesday, March 6, 2019 – AVO Cigars, the global premium cigar brand, is proud to announce the seventh installment of the prized AVO Limited Edition Improvisations Series, a limited series based on unexpected music and cigar inspirations that create rich noteworthy experiences for all to celebrate: The AVO Improvisation Series LE19.

“Avo Uvezian broke conventions as the first cigar manufacturer to produce an annual limited edition cigar in the year 2001. In honor of his legacy, we decided to “break the mold” once again, with this unique 2019 release.” states Scott Kolesaire, Director of Marketing at Davidoff of Geneva USA. “The AVO Improvisation LE19 packaging is inspired by the box pressed cigar molds used to shape the cigars in the rolling process. The cigar’s secondary band draws further inspiration from the mold and ties in this concept with a unique typographic “2019” lockup incorporated into a mold pattern.”

Emerging as the second AVO Improvisations Series release featured in a box pressed format, the LE19 blend utilizes different tobaccos from three different countries including a stunning dark brown Ecuadorian wrapper that is silky to the touch with an initial aroma that features a combination of sweet cedar and earth. The Dominican binder leaf envelopes five different filler tobaccos comprised of both Dominican and Peruvian leaves, delivering a complex and intense palate stimulation with the perfect balance of thick cream and earthy spice.

CIGAR INFORMATION

Length: Diameter: Format: Wrapper: Binder: Filler: SRP:

6”
52 RG
Toro – Box Pressed
Ecuador
Dominican Republic Dominican Republic and Peru
$15.00 (Single cigar) | $300.00 (Box of 20 cigars)

LAUNCH AND AVAILABILITY

The AVO Improvisation LE19 will launch on March 22, 2019 with a limited production of 2,500 boxes exclusively for the US market, making it one of AVO Cigar’s most unique and limited releases. European and other global markets will offer a non-box-pressed version of the same blend that will be launched concurrently.

ABOUT AVO CIGARS

AVO Cigars started when the brand's founder, Avo Uvezian, a legendary jazz and cigar composer of global fame met cigar master blender Hendrik Kelner in 1982 in the Dominican Republic. A fruitful cooperation between cigar pianist and cigar composer began to develop which resulted in the launch of the AVO Classic Series; an almost immediate success. Two creative masters collaborated with one purpose: help aficionados to “SAVOR EVERY NOTE” in life through delightful cigars. Avo Uvezian is a man of the world who savors every note to the fullest. He cherishes every moment in life with passion and shows insatiable thirst for connections with people from all walks of life.

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INDUSTRY VETERAN JIM COLUCCI JOINS GURKHA CIGARS AS
 PRESIDENT AND COO

GURKHA SALES FORCE WILL NOW REPRESENT SINDICATO CIGARS

Tamarac, FL –Jim Colucci of Sindicato Cigars has been named the Chief Operating Officer and President of Gurkha Cigars.  Colucci is now responsible for the company’s day-to-day operations bringing his more than 40 years of industry knowledge to the position.

“I look forward to working with the Gurkha team and evolving what is already a great cigar company,” Colucci said.  “I will remain as President and CEO of Sindicato, which will continue to be a stand alone company, shipping and invoicing its products to all customers.”

Colucci’s addition to the company was born out of conversations regarding the possibility of Gurkha Cigars becoming the National Sales Team representing Sindicato Cigar Brands.  Those conversations, which began months ago, led to further talks regarding Colucci joining Gurkha Cigars therefore allowing Kaizad to devote more time to his other business ventures.

Colucci has been president and CEO of Sindicato for over 6 years.  Previously, Colucci was with Altadis USA for more than 35 years as Executive Vice President of marketing and sales for their mass market and premium cigars.

Gurkha Cigars are known throughout the world for their premium and luxurious cigars, so it’s no surprise that they are the most sought-after cigars around the globe. Gurkha produces millions of cigars per year that are sold in more than 70 countries worldwide. And while Gurkha is known for its exclusivity, it has an impressive array of 250 brands of flawlessly handcrafted, premium cigars created in a variety of strengths, tasting profiles, and price-points. No matter what your taste, there’s a Gurkha cigar that’s perfect for your palate. For additional information visit www.gurkhacigars.com.

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LA AURORA EARNS TWO AWARDS AT THE DOMINICAN CIGAR AWARDS

 

Master blender Manuel Inoa comes away with the “Cigar Personality of the Year” award.

                                                                                                                                                                  

(Miami, Florida) December 16, 2015 – The Dominican Cigar Review, noted as the most important cigar magazine in the Dominican Republic, presented the third annual Dominican Cigar Review Award with La Aurora taking home top honors in two categories.

The Dominican Cigar Review Awards ceremony brings together journalists, celebrated industry authorities, manufacturers etc. to celebrate and award the best of the best in the tobacco industry. La Aurora proudly accepted the award for “Best Factory Tour” and La Aurora’s Master Blender, Manuel Inoa accepted the “Cigar Personality of the Year” award.

Master Blender Manuel Inoa, with La Aurora since 1996, is recognized globally as an ambassador of not only La Aurora, but of the cigar industry as a whole. Inoa’s experience in tobacco encompasses more than three decades. This isn’t the first time Inoa was recognized. The Dominican Cigar Review also noted Untamed, which was awarded Best Dominican Cigar in 2014.

The “Best Factory Tour” award is very dear to Guillermo Leon. It represents his heritage, and the legacy of his forefathers, while educating the public, about the delicate process to produce handmade premium cigars. The La Aurora Factory tour was also voted, as the number one attraction in the city of Santiago, by Trip Advisor.

La Aurora’s Director of sales and marketing, Gustavo Velayos, said, “We are thrilled as a company that La Aurora came away with two awards. This shows without a doubt, the passion and work that begins with our Master Blender Manuel Inoa, and radiates to our entire organization.”

About La Aurora

Founded in 1903 by the Leon Family, La Aurora is the original cigar factory in the Dominican Republic with a portfolio that includes its namesake brands, La Aurora and Leon Jimenes, as well as, La Aurora Preferidos, Guillermo Leon & Fernando Leon brands.

 

BMC Premium Collection "The Beest" - 5 X 54. Wrapper - Nicaraguan Habano, Binder - Nicaragua, Filler - Nicaragua (Triple Ligero). Full bodied.

Initial taste - Hot pepper & cedar.

First third - Peppery spice, cedar & Earthiness.

Second third - Pepper, a sweetness emerges, Earth and now the cedar flavor begins to fade into the background. An underlying ligero taste is also present throughout the cigar.

Last third - Pepper continues along with the sweet molasses-like flavor and rich Earthiness. Cedar flavor is now gone. Very long finish of Earth with underlying ligero.

Construction - A dark chocolate colored wrapper with moderate sized veins and a slight oil texture. A very well made pigtail cap.

Burn - Sharp burn line producing a solid salt & pepper colored ash that holds on for over an inch until tapped off.

Draw - Draw is perfect and produces a generous amount of smoke.

This is a fantastic powerhouse of a smoke with very good complexity and nice balance for such a strong smoke. Definitely a cigar that has to be smoke on a full stomach most likely later in the day/evening. MSRP is $8.00 for this vitola. When in the mood for a strong smoke, I would definitely recommend this cigar.

Berger & Argenti Fatso "Dipper" Review

Berger & Argenti Fatso "Dipper" - 4 X 62. Wrapper - Nicaraguan Madurl, Binder - Ecuadorian Sumatra, Filler - Nicaragua. Medium - full bodied.

First third - Starts off with pepper, Earth and a oak wood.

Second third - Pepper spice continues followed by a sweet Earthiness and oak wood. Nice smooth flavors.

Last third - Pepper, sweet Earthiness and oak wood. Wonderfully long finish of pepper and rich Earthiness.

Construction - A beautiful dark brown wrapper with no major veins and a nice silky sheen texture. Very nice looking and wall made cap.

Burn - Straight burn with a dark gray colored ash that is solid and holds on until tapped off.
Draw - The draw was perfect providing plenty of smoke.

A very tasty smoke with a unique and interesting shape with plenty of smooth complex flavors. I really enjoyed the pepper spiciness along offset by the sweet Earthiness. MSRP for this vitola is $5.49 per stick and $88.00 for a Spanish cedar box of 16 cigars which is a very good price point. I have to give this cigar a high recommendation. 

La Hoja De Flores Autentico Maduro Toro Review

La Hoja De Flores Autentico Maduro Toro - 6.25 X 52. Wrapper - Dominican Republic 2006 Corojo Maduro, Binder - Dominican Republic, Filler - Dominican Republic. Full bodied.

Initial taste - Dry cedar & spice.

First third - Spice, citrus earth, wood & cedar woodiness.

Second third - Spice continues but now the citrus noted in the first third is now more of an orange peel, along with the earthiness and now a sweetness emerging.

Last third - Spice, citrus, orange peel, earthiness and caramel notes- very well balanced. Long finish of spice and earth.

Construction - Beautiful silky, oily, dark-brown colored wrapper with a smooth and flawless texture with no major veins. Perfect cap construction.

Burn - Fairly straight burn with a dark gray colored, flaky ash that holds on.

Draw - Perfect draw with plenty of smoke produced.

A superb full bodied cigar with great complexity and balance - I really enjoyed the spiciness and orange peel with the earthy flavors. Construction was very good. I would recommend smoking after a substantial meal and or later in the day. MSRP for this vitola is $12.00. A great smoking experience - very highly recommended.