Cigar Intel
The Enclave Broadleaf is the darker counterpart to the original AJ Fernandez Enclave. Instead of the Habano Rosado wrapper and Cameroon binder found on the original, this version pairs a Connecticut Broadleaf wrapper with Nicaraguan tobacco underneath.
That change makes a noticeable difference in the profile. Broadleaf is known for bringing darker flavors and natural sweetness, which fits well with the earth and spice you typically get from Nicaraguan tobacco. If you like the idea of Enclave but tend to reach for Maduro and Broadleaf cigars, this is probably the version to start with.
At 6.5 x 54, the Toro is slightly larger than the original Enclave Toro and gives the blend plenty of room to develop. It's a good fit for someone looking for a richer AJ Fernandez cigar without choosing something based on strength alone.
Already a fan of AJ Fernandez? Compare it with the original AJ Fernandez Enclave Toro for a spicier take on the line, or check out the AJ Fernandez New World Toro if you want to stay with a dark Nicaraguan profile. For something different, the New World Dorado Toro puts the focus on Nicaraguan tobacco grown at AJ's Dorado farm.
Tasting Notes
Expect earth, dark chocolate, cedar, and pepper to lead the profile, with coffee and natural sweetness adding some depth. The Broadleaf wrapper gives this version a noticeably darker character than the original Enclave.
Who This Cigar Is For
If you usually gravitate toward Broadleaf, Maduro, or richer Nicaraguan cigars, the Enclave Broadleaf Toro should be right in your wheelhouse. It's also the Enclave I'd point toward if you're choosing between the two versions and prefer dark chocolate, earth, coffee, and sweetness over a more spice-forward profile.
