E. P. Carrillo Pledge Prequel (20)

L'E. P. Carrillo Pledge Prequel is an exceptional cigar from the prestigious Perez-Carrillo range, succeeding the emblematic Encore (Cigar of the Year 2018) and La Historia. A veritable showcase of Ernesto Perez-Carrillo's expertise, it was voted "Best Cigar of the Year". Cigar n°1 of 2020 by Cigar Aficionado with a remarkable score of 98. This box-pressed cigar offers a rich, full-bodied palette, dominated by aromas of dark chocolate, molasses and licorice, underlined by a hint of pepper. The smoke is creamy and well-balanced, with a smooth texture and good volume.

Made in the Dominican Republic, theE. P. Carrillo Pledge Prequel is distinguished by a carefully-crafted Connecticut Havana wrapper grown in the United States, giving it beautiful structure and aromatic depth. The undercap comes from Ecuador, contributing to the blend's elegance, while Nicaraguan tripe adds strength and complexity.

L'E. P. Carrillo Pledge Prequel is a cigar for the Robusto module. It is 127 mm long and has a diameter of 19.8 mm (50 mm ring). Smoking time is estimated at 30-45 minutes. Its strength is clearly full-bodied, aimed at lovers of rich, intense cigars.