| It's always refreshing to stumble upon a hidden gem in the cigar world that is not only easy |
| on the wallet, but turns out to be surprisingly good, and such is precisely |
| the case with Curivari Gloria de Leon Prominente. Literally translated |
| "Glory of the Lion," this high-quality stick comes from the same folks |
| that produce the celebrated Buenaventura brand. That being said, this is no |
| doubt a true Nicaraguan puro, meaning that not only is it made by hand in |
| Nicaragua, but all tobacco used in the blend is Nicaraguan as well-wrapper, filler, |
| and binder. The filler and binder consist of authentic Cuban seed Corojo, |
| and the wrapper leaf is an aged Nicaraguan Criollo leaf. Simple, right? |
| Well, the flavor profile tells an entirely different story. |
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| Everything about this cigar screams "Cuban". From the precise construction to the triple |
| cap, to the simple, yet beautifully classic Cuban style band, anyone that |
| didn't know any better would doubtless swear up and down they stumbled upon a |
| genuine Habana. The draw is easy and delightfully productive, ensuring boatloads |
| of flavor with each and every puff. The cigar starts off spicy, with no |
| shortage of cedar in every puff. Very quickly, however, the pepper settles down |
| and sweet floral flavor takes over to dominate the flavor profile. The core |
| is earthy, with hints of nutmeg and cinnamon floating around in the |
| background, but there is a heavy presence of sweetness from beginning to end. After all |
| is said and done, Gloria de Leon finishes as a solid medium-full-bodied cigar. |
| The massive Prominente size comes in at 6 3/4" x 54, making it a great choice |
| for those seeking a long, relaxing smoking experience. |
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| With a flavor profile very reminiscent of any number of genuine Cuban cigars, this stick |
| should appeal to just about any experienced connoisseur. However, it is easy |
| both on the pallet and the pocketbook at the same time, so even beginners and |
| intermediate cigar enthusiasts can come to enjoy it all the same. Gloria de |
| Leon pairs well with the sweet nuances of bourbon or red wine and is a great |
| cigar to enjoy any time of the day. Such sweet and smooth flavors offered by |
| the cigar in question compare to such classic cigars as Partagas or Joya de |
| Nicaragua Antano 1970. A Cuban style cigar with great consistency, solid |
| construction, and amazing flavor, all at a great price point? On today's market, such a |
| package may seem next to impossible, but Curivari Gloria de Leon Prominente is |
| proof that such a treasure really does exist. |
