H. Upmann Nicaragua AJ Fernandez Heritage Churchill Cigars
In recent years, AJ Fernandez has been an MVP, of sorts, for Altadis USA, revamping, reinventing, and resurrecting brands that have been flying under the radar for decades. One such brand is H. Upmann, and with H. Upmann Nicaragua AJ Fernandez Heritage Churchill, we see the second regular production H. Upmann cigar to bear Fernandez’s name. The first, H. Upmann by AJ Fernandez, was an achievement of its own, but this blend takes things just a few steps further. Made by hand at Tabacalera AJ Fernandez in Nicaragua, this blend features a straightforward blend of premium tobaccos, including Nicaragua fillers, a Nicaraguan binder, and a dark, oily Brazilian Mata Fina wrapper leaf that gives the blend exponentially deeper and richer flavor than its predecessor. This blend earned an impressive trio of 90 ratings in Cigar Aficionado soon after its release, proving that AJ Fernandez just cannot go wrong when it comes to bringing back classics in modern form.
Each cedar chest cradling these premium vitolas appears crafted from the finest antique wood, adorned lovingly with the H. Upmann logo. The same emblem graces each cigar’s dark blue and gold band, adding a refined touch to every stick. The quality is outstanding, as each cigar provides an effortless draw and thick clouds of rich, velvety smoke. The flavor profile launches with intensity—a bold hit of Nicaraguan white pepper strikes the palate, seamlessly enhanced by the spicy Brazilian wrapper, delivering a powerful, complex start. This gradually mellows into notes of dark chocolate, espresso, and rich tobacco, with just a hint of sweetness lingering on the tongue. The finish is long and satisfying, with the cigar resting firmly on the heavier side of medium-full-bodied. The 7” x 54 Churchill offers an extended smoking time, allowing you to sit back, relax, and fully savor each layer of flavor meticulously crafted into every puff.
Made for connoisseurs, this highly-rated treat is not one to be played with. Its fuller-bodied nature and deeply complex flavor profile demand both experience and patience, along with an appreciation for the history behind the name. H. Upmann Nicaragua AJ Fernandez Heritage pairs well with bourbon or port wine and is comparable in stature to Fernandez’s popular Trinidad Espiritu Series No. 2, another classic brand revived by Fernandez himself that also uses a dark Brazilian wrapper. It seems as though AJ Fernandez has the “Midas Touch,” as just about everything he touches turns to gold. It’s safe to say that with impressive masterpieces like H. Upmann Nicaragua AJ Fernandez Heritage Churchill, we can’t help but agree!
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