Romeo y Julieta Crafted by AJ Fernandez Gordo

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Handcrafted at Tabacalera AJ Fernandez in Estelí, Nicaragua, this 6" x 60 Gordo features a dark Nicaraguan Habano wrapper draped over a Nicaraguan binder and long-filler tobaccos grown on AJ’s family farms. Each leaf is aged and fermented under AJ’s meticulous supervision, ensuring optimal flavor development and perfect combustion.

This collaboration elevates the Romeo y Julieta brand into new territory, embracing the depth and complexity of Nicaraguan tobaccos while maintaining the smoothness that fans expect from the iconic name. The Gordo size enhances the blend’s natural sweetness and creamy texture, creating a cool, even burn and thick, aromatic smoke throughout the session.

Ideal for seasoned smokers or those seeking a rich, lingering experience, the Crafted by AJ Fernandez Gordo pairs beautifully with bourbon, espresso, or a full-bodied stout.

Tasting Notes

Expect a bold opening of earth, black pepper, and espresso, followed by notes of cedar, cocoa, and leather. As it burns, the flavor deepens with touches of dark chocolate and roasted nuts, finishing with a smooth blend of sweet spice and wood that lingers on the palate.