Description
This isn’t just a cigar, it is the meeting of two legacies. The E.P. Carrillo Endure Corona Gorda combines Ernesto Perez-Carrillo’s masterful craftsmanship with a Cameroon wrapper grown by the Meerapfel family – you know the quality, as those leaves have long been in use on prized cigars by the likes of Arturo Fuente. The result is a smoke that carries authority and nuance in equal measure, built for those who appreciate a higher quality leaf on a higher caliber cigar.
The EPC Endure Corona Gorda Smoking Experience
At a very traditional 6x46, and wrapped in that silky, slightly sweet Cameroon leaf - the Endure opens with layered notes of cocoa, subtle spice, and cedar. Cameroon’s natural warmth and aromatic character give the first few puffs a hint of the complexity that’s to come throughout the smoke. Beneath the wrapper lies a Nicaraguan binder and long filler core, ensuring a profile that delivers power in each puff without overwhelming the palate. This thinner 46-ring-gauge vitola is a winner for this blend.
Before you’re done, expect a long parade of flavors to make their way through the profile: rich leather, roasted nuts, a hint of floral, and especially the earthy undertones that Cameroon wrappers are known for. Meerapfel grows some of the best in the business, and Ernesto Perez-Carrillo has put it to very good use. A natural sweetness lingers on the tail end, searing this entire top-shelf experience into your long-term memory.
The EPC Endure Corona Gorda stands as a testament to the combined expertise of two families that have helped shape the modern cigar landscape. This isn’t your everyday cigar; it’s one you pull out of the humidor when you want to taste mastery. Order your box today from Famous Cigars!
