Don Carlos Presidente Cigars - A Dominican Gem

Introduction to Don Carlos Presidente Cigars

The Don Carlos Presidente is a premium cigar made by Arturo Fuente Cigars, a leading Dominican cigar manufacturer. It is part of their Don Carlos line of cigars, which are medium-to-full-bodied smokes crafted with aged Dominican long-fillers and finished with Cameroon wrappers.

History and Background

The Don Carlos line was created to honor Carlos Fuente Sr, the founder of Arturo Fuente Cigars. The Presidente vitola (size) was added later as a robust offering to complement the smaller sizes in the line.

Blends and Flavors

The Don Carlos Presidente features a core blend of Dominican fillers and binder, with wrappers from Cameroon. It delivers notes of spice, cedar, sweet tobacco and hints of mocha. The flavor profile is complex, nuanced and evolves through the smoke.

Sizes

The Don Carlos Presidente comes in one size - a 6” by 52 ring gauge. This makes it a fairly large cigar with a slow, cool-burning profile that allows its flavors to fully develop.

Reviews

The Don Carlos line, including the Presidente, regularly earns high praise from cigar reviewers. They emphasize its balanced flavor profile, even burn, flawless construction and smooth, refined smoke. It is often noted as a quintessential Cameroon smoke.

The Don Carlos Presidente Smoking Experience

When lighting up a Don Carlos Presidente, smokers can expect...

Complex Aromas

The wrapper gives off inviting scents of earth, sweet cedar and vanilla.

Smooth Onset

A relaxed start of honey, nuts and baking spices give way to emerging dark cocoa and peppery notes.

Depth and Evolution

The core Dominican tobaccos take over in the second third, with leather, wood and espresso. Hints of caramel sweetness give an overall smooth balance.

Satisfying Finish

The Presidente builds in richness down to the nub, with a bold finish yet no harshness. Smokers are left with lingering dark chocolate and spice impressions.

FAQs

What makes the Don Carlos Presidente special?

The Don Carlos Presidente stands out for its complex blend of aged Dominican tobaccos, sweet and earthy Cameroon wrapper, and refined, balanced smoking character that evolves beautifully from start to finish.

What strength and body does this cigar have?

The Don Carlos Presidente offers a medium to full-bodied smoking experience. It starts smooth and builds in depth and richness, reaching full flavor without harshness.

Does this cigar need to be aged?

While the Presidente can benefit from additional aging, it often smokes well without extended time. Many enthusiasts note the sweetness and notes of cedar, spice and leather right out of the box. However, extra age intensifies the complexity even further.

What beverages pair well with this cigar?

The flavor profile pairs nicely with spirits like bourbon, cognac or rum. Coffee and dark chocolate also complement the sweet and earthy notes. Try it with Spanish brandy or ruby port wine for an exceptional pairing.