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Blind Cigar Review: Romeo y Julieta | 1875 Bully

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·January 12, 2015

Blind Cigar Review: Romeo y Julieta | 1875 Bully

"This cigar needed another dimension or two for it to be an "in the rotation" cigar, but maybe some time in the humidor would have helped the flavors develop more of a taste that would please my palate." -Ron (shuckins)

Cigar News: Altadis Announces Montecristo Crafted By A.J. Fernandez

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·November 18, 2016

Cigar News: Altadis Announces Montecristo Crafted By A.J. Fernandez

Smokers will soon be able to smoke a Montecristo cigar as imagined and interpreted by cigarmaker A.J. Fernandez. In a collaboration with cigar distributor Santa Clara Inc., Montecristo Crafted By A.J. Fernandez is the newest version of the heritage Montecristo brand.

Cigar News: Altadis Taking Over Aging Room Distribution

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·May 15, 2017

Cigar News: Altadis Taking Over Aging Room Distribution

In a "strategic alliance agreement," Altadis U.S.A. will begin distributing the products from Boutique Blends Cigars, a company owned by Rafael Nodal, his wife, Alina, and partner Hank Bischoff—and Nodal has accepted a position with Altadis as well. Starting June 5, all orders for brands such as Aging Room, La Bohéme, Oliveros and other cigars by Boutique Blends will be taken and fulfilled through Altadis and its sales team.

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·March 1, 2018

Cigar News: Altadis USA Announces Expanded Distribution of Henry Clay Rustic Cheroot

Altadis U.S.A. has announced expanded national distribution of the Henry Clay Rustic Cheroot. This is the third line extension for Henry Clay following the Henry Clay Tattoo and Henry Clay Stalk Cut. Rustic Cheroot is a small, full-bodied cigar that pay homage to an old-world cigar culture.

Cigar News: Imperial Brands PLC to Exit Cigar Business

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·April 30, 2019

Cigar News: Imperial Brands PLC to Exit Cigar Business

Imperial Brands PLC, the parent company behind Altadis USA, JR Cigars, Casa de Montecristo, and 50% of Habanos S.A., has announced they plan to sell their interests in premium cigars. Imperial Brands aquired Altadis USA back in 2007 for $22.4 billion. Currently, premium cigars is not Imperial Brands focus, as they have products like Blu e-cigarettes and John Player cigarettes, but they are one of the largest players in the premium cigar industry.

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·September 25, 2015

Blind Cigar Review: Henry Clay | Tattoo

"This cigar is beautiful in appearance and had a wonderful aroma. As far as the cigars I like to smoke, this missed the mark, but that's just me. People who like to smoke solid, smooth, strong Maduros will really enjoy smoking this." -Jack (Jack_H)

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Total Score - Very Good - 90

Blind Cigar Review: H. Upmann | Yargüera Lonsdale

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·March 10, 2017

Blind Cigar Review: H. Upmann | Yargüera Lonsdale

"Overall, this was a great cigar. The transitions were interesting, I loved the move from pepper and spice to rich and creamy. It's not one that stands out as mind-blowing, but it was enjoyable throughout, and I would very much enjoy smoking more." -Derek (StogieNinja)

Cigar News: Altadis Announces Monte by Montecristo AJ Fernandez

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·June 1, 2017

Cigar News: Altadis Announces Monte by Montecristo AJ Fernandez

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. – The release of Monte by Montecristo AJ Fernandez brings a new dynamic element to the collaboration between AJ Fernandez and Altadis U.S.A.

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·May 9, 2018

Cigar News: Pura Cepa is the Latest Release from Aging Room Cigars

The line of Aging Room Cigars, under the Altadis umbrella of brands, will soon expand with their newest facing. A cigar called Pura Cepa, which translates to Pure Bred. It is a Nicaraguan puro with tobaccos from multiple Nicaraguan growing regions.

Cigar News: Altadis Announces Trinidad Espiritu

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·May 8, 2019

Cigar News: Altadis Announces Trinidad Espiritu

Altadis U.S.A. has again partnered with AJ Fernandez to release a new cigar before this year's IPCPR convention: Trinidad Espiritu. The cigar is meant to evoke spirit of vintage Latin Caribbean culture and a series of nationwide special events will coincide. The cigar is described as medium to full-bodied. It is a Nicaraguan puro blended by A.J. Fernandez.

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