HVC Cigars

HVC Cerro Corojo Sizes: Robusto (5″ × 50), Toro (6″ × 54), Gordo (5½″ × 58)Wrapper: Nicaraguan Corojo ’99 (Colorado/red hue)Binder/Fillers: 100% Nicaraguan (Aganorsa Cuban-seed)Flavor Notes: Cedar and roasted nuts Black pepper, red pepper spice Earthy cocoa, toast, floral sweetness Almond, light citrus, graham-cracker nuance in the finishPairing Notes: Medium roast coffee, aged rum, amber bourbon, milk chocolateStrength/Body: Medium to medium–full, builds naturally through the smokeManufacturer: HVC Cigars (Reinier Lorenzo), produced in Estelí, Nicaragua Privada Storytelling Cuban Soul, Nicaraguan Ground Designed as a tribute to El Cerro in Havana, this Corojo puro plays like a bridge: Cuban-inspired structure carried forward by Nicaraguan depth. It opens with pepper and earth, then deepens into sweetness and cream, finishing with toast and spice clarity. It’s both a nod to tradition and a charted step forward—quietly confident and purpose-built. Flavor Journey First Third: Pepper and cedar stand strong, joined by roasted nuts and earthy undertones Middle Third: Floral and almond notes emerge, with cocoa and toast weaving through the body Final Third: Citrus sweetness and graham-cracker nuance linger alongside spicy cedar and light earth The smoke builds naturally—smooth, even, with a sharp but clean burn and consistent ash  Why It Belongs in Privada This is refinement through restraint. It’s not flashy—it reveals depth over dimension with each draw. The Corojo wrapper and Cuban-seed filler offer soulful character, while draft and finish remain polished. It’s a smoke for those who appreciate nuance over noise, tradition wrapped in modern integrity.

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HVC Black Friday 2019 – Aged 4+ Years Size: Petite Robusto (4½″ × 52)Vitola: Short parejoWrapper: Nicaraguan Habano CaféBinder: NicaraguanFillers: Nicaraguan long-fillers from Estelí & JalapaFlavor Notes: Mocha, orange marmalade, toasted pumpernickel, nutmeg, espresso, earthy spices, dried fruit, cedarPairing Notes: French-press coffee, aged bourbon, peppered chocolate, spiced nut pastriesStrength/Body: Medium‑full, bold for its compact sizeAging Profile: Barrel-aged for over four years to enhance sweetness and depthManufacturer: HVC Cigars, produced at TABSA (Estelí, Nicaragua) Privada Storytelling Bold Brevity The Black Friday Petit Robusto proves size doesn’t define substance. Aged over four years, it opens intensely—mocha and marmalade—but it’s the quick evolution to pumpernickel and espresso that defines it. It’s a smoke that gets in, shows up, and leaves an impression—all in under an hour. For those moments when you need potency and polish in a compact format, this is a masterstroke. Flavor Journey First Third: Mocha sweetness and orange marmalade over a cedar backdrop, with a dash of nutmeg and spiceMiddle Third: Toasted pumpernickel emerges, shifting to earthy espresso and deep nutmeg tonesFinal Third: Earthy spices and dried fruit ground the cigar, finishing on cedar and espresso warmth Why It Belongs in Privada It’s precision in pocket form. This cigar is about curated impact—mellowed by time, focused by aging, and delivered in a volume tailored for intent. Compact doesn’t mean shallow; it’s concentrated depth. That’s the Privada signature: quality, gravity, and craft, measured for meaningful enjoyment.

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HVC Selección No. 1 Natural Size: Poderosos (6″ × 54), Short Robusto (4½″ × 52), Esenciales (5⅝″ × 46)Vitola: ParejoWrapper: Ecuadorian Habano ’92Binder: NicaraguanFillers: Nicaraguan (Estelí and Jalapa)Strength/Body: Medium to medium‑full Flavor Notes: Rich natural tobacco sweetness Earth and cedar wood tones Mixed black and red pepper spice Hints of fruit and coffee Subtle nutmeg and leather undertones Pairing Notes: Dark coffee, aged rum, nut brown ale, baking spice pastry Manufacturer: HVC Cigars (Fábrica de Tabacos HVC S.A., Estelí, Nicaragua; founded by Reinier Lorenzo) Privada Storytelling From Cuban Roots to Nicaraguan Craft HVC Selección No. 1 Natural marks a milestone as one of the first cigars produced in Reinier Lorenzo’s new factory. It builds upon the original maduro version by showcasing a silky Ecuador Habano ’92 wrapper over a robust Nicaraguan core. The intention was to refine a bold blend into something smoother, elegant, and rooted in tobacco purity. It’s a homecoming–homage blend that speaks of legacy, craft, and place. Flavor Journey First third: Rich tobacco and earth dominate with cedar and mixed pepper aroma Middle third: Earth deepens, pepper picks up alongside lingering fruit and coffee notes Final third: Strength holds steady, natural tobacco bittersweetness remains, leather and cedar round the finish Why It Belongs in Privada This blend embodies refinement—bold roots transformed by intention. It's not about flash; it’s about evolution. HVC took its debut factory blend and softened its edges without losing its soul. The result is a bold, balanced smoke that rewards attention but never overstates. That purposeful transformation matches Privada's philosophy.

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HVC 500 Aniversario Salomón Size: 6″ × 56 ring gauge (Salomón)Vitola: Salomón (tapered, elegantly pointed)Wrapper: Ecuadorian Havana-seed Maduro (dark, oily, slightly veiny)Binder: Ecuadorian Havana-seedFillers: Dominican and Honduran long-fillers (aged selection blends)Flavor Notes: Dark roast coffee, black cherry, dark cocoa, charred cedar, molasses sweetness, toasted almond, black pepperPairing Notes: Aged Tawny Port, single‑malt Scotch, rich espresso, dark chocolate ganacheManufacturer: HVC Cigars (Dominican Republic) Privada Storytelling The HVC 500 Aniversario Salomón is celebration personified—crafted to mark centuries of tobacco tradition and storytelling. Named to honor a milestone, this Salomón shape carries weight both in size and significance. Its sleek taper and generous belly are a nod to craftsmanship, while the deep Maduro wrapper hints at the depth inside. It’s the cigar of ceremonial moments: naming ceremonies, landmark decisions, or the quiet satisfaction of a job well done. You don’t light this at random—you reserve it for specific memories. You let it rest beside crystal and wood; you treat it like part of the event. The experience is meant to be savored slowly, like each moment of life it commemorates. In Privada’s world, this cigar maps precisely to ritual and gravitas. It isn’t here to entertain or comfort—it’s here to mark significance. A milestone in your rotation deserves a cigar that’s built on tradition and polished by artistry. This Salomón delivers that. Flavor Journey First third: Rich roast and cedar hit early, joined by black cherry sweetness and a faint pepper pulse.Mid-smoke: Dark chocolate notes deepen, molasses and toasted almond warm the palate; the roast profile smooths into mid-bodied strength.Final third: Charcoal cedar and espresso deepen, pepper flares gently, black cherry linger fades—leaving a refined, lingering finish. Why It Belongs in Privada Because Privada values cigars that speak to purpose, not just pleasure. The HVC 500 Aniversario Salomón was made to matter—to stand at the center of stories worth telling. It’s not a daily companion, but a crowned piece when reflection and intention meet. In a world of noise, its focus is on the moments that hold weight.

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HVC Seleccion No. 1 Maduro (Updated Blend) Size: Poderosos (6″ × 54), Esenciales (5⅝″ × 46), Short Robusto (4½″ × 52)Vitola: ParejoWrapper: Mexican San Andrés MaduroBinder: NicaraguanFillers: Nicaraguan (Estelí & Jalapa) long-fillersFlavor Notes: Black coffee, oak, cedar, dark cocoa, earthy undertones, roasted nuts, black pepper, mineral accentsPairing Notes: French roast coffee, porter stout, aged rum, dark chocolateManufacturer: HVC Cigars (Fabrica de Tabacos HVC S.A., Nicaragua) Privada Storytelling The HVC Selección No. 1 Maduro marks a turning point—Reinier Lorenzo’s first release from his own Estelí factory. Built to be bold yet balanced, it’s a cigar that bridges pressure and precision. It reminds us that starting from new ground can still honor roots. This isn’t a casual grab—it’s a deliberate choice. You light it when you're ready for intensity wrapped in well-tuned depth. The smoke doesn’t hide—it asserts. But there’s thought behind every puff, a trace of Estelí’s terroir beneath the pepper. This is craftsmanship wearing conviction. In Privada, it holds space for that particular moment when legacy evolves. Flavor Journey First third: Opens with bold black coffee and oak. Earthy cedar and dark cocoa hover beneath, with roasted nuts and steady black pepper emerging on the retrohale  Mid-smoke: Oak and coffee shift in intensity. Cedar grows richer; pepper deepens as dark cocoa remains in the background . Mineral-rich earth balances roasted nut sweetness  Final third: Oak and cedar lead. Earth expands while coffee retreats. Pepper and mineral notes carry the finish; a cool, lingering nub caps the experience . Performance & Strength Construction and burn are consistently excellent: straight burn line, firm ash, and solid draw  Strength starts medium-full, rising to full in the second and third thirds—very few cigars hit this level  Body stays medium-full throughout, delivering complexity without harshness . Why It Belongs in Privada Because Privada respects cigars with vision and presence. The Selección No. 1 Maduro isn’t safe—it’s considered. It delivers strength without excess, tradition without complacency, flavor without sacrifice. It’s for the smoker who appreciates narrative as much as nuance.

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HVC 10th Anniversary Size: Toro Extra (6½″ × 50); Robusto (5″ × 54)Vitola: Parejo (triple cap)Wrapper: Nicaraguan Corojo ’99 (Jalapa)Binder: NicaraguanFillers: Nicaraguan long-fillers including Corojo ’99, Criollo ’98, and Corojo 2012Flavor Notes: Black pepper, toasted bread, cedar, nutmeg, peanut, stewed fruit, earth, maple sweetness, mint/peppermint hint, dry toastPairing Notes: French roast coffee, aged bourbon, nutty desserts, maple pecan pieManufacturer: HVC Cigars (Estelí, Nicaragua – originally via Aganorsa; later in their own factory) Privada Storytelling The HVC 10th Anniversary commemorates a decade of HVC’s evolution, marking the first use of Corojo 2012 tobacco. It delivers boldness wrapped in purpose—peppery vitality meets layered nuance. It’s the cigar for milestone moments—where reflection, grit, and celebration intersect. Flavor Journey First third: Bright black pepper ignite the palate, balanced by creamy toast, cedar, and that unexpected minty lift. A gentle maple sweetness rounds out the entrance.Mid-smoke: Pepper evolves; dry toast, wood, and peanut notes emerge alongside earth and mixed fruit tones. A rustic texture adds character .Final third: Earth and cedar deepen, pepper remains vibrant, and a faint bitterness gives way to lingering toast and dark fruit finish . Why It Belongs in Privada Privada reveres purposeful strength. This cigar is bold without show—pepper-led, textured, evolving. Its thoughtful blend—especially the Corojo 2012 inclusion—signals craftsmanship and narrative. It’s the kind of smoke that respects milestones and fortifies reflection.

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HVC Black Friday 2021 – Aged 4 Years Size: 4⅜″ × 54 (Robusto Extra)Vitola: Robusto ExtraWrapper: Connecticut Broadleaf MaduroBinder: Nicaraguan (likely Corojo 2012 & Criollo ’98)Fillers: Nicaraguan long-fillers (Corojo 2012, Criollo ’98)Flavor Notes: Cherry‑caramel, salted caramel, dark chocolate, leather, espresso, marshmallow, graham cracker, pecan/pecan oil, red pepper, café con leche, earth, leathery steak‑like meatinessPairing Notes: Cold brew, aged rum, dark porter, Mexican hot chocolate, dessert coffeeManufacturer: Tabacos Valle de Jalapa S.A. for HVC Cigars Privada Storytelling Since 2015, Reinier Lorenzo’s annual Black Friday is a cult tradition. The 2021 Robusto Extra, first released on November 5, 2021, represents the boldest iteration yet—with a dense, oily Connecticut Broadleaf wrapper and Nicaraguan core. Aged 4 years, this stick balances richness with nuance. It's a dark-horse release: sweet and creamy yet line-driven by spice—ideal for late-fall reflection and rich storytelling.  Flavor Journey First third: Starting sweet and savory—think cherry caramel and salted caramel atop a leather-espresso foundation. Grahams and marshmallow emerge, while retrohale brings vanilla crème and mild red pepper warmth. Mid-smoke: Creaminess deepens into café con leche and softened pecan notes. Cherry sweetness lingers under rich leather, while black pepper and earth add structure. Final third: The sweetness recedes, making room for leather, red pepper heat, and a steak-like meaty note. Tobacco strength builds to medium-full; the finish remains flavorful through the end. Why It Belongs in Privada It’s the perfect boutique-aged story: HVC’s signature released matured into complexity, marrying sweetness, spice, and texture with a premium Broadleaf wrapper rarely seen in aged form. Aged richness meets a bold narrative—this is a premium modern artifact.  

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HVC Cerro Maduro Size: Robusto (5″ × 50), Toro (6″ × 54), Short Robusto (4½″ × 52)Vitola: ParejoWrapper: San Andrés Maduro (Mexico)Binder: NicaraguanFillers: Nicaraguan (Jalapa and Estelí)Flavor Notes: Dark chocolate, black pepper, damp earth, espresso, roasted hazelnut, molasses, charred oakPairing Notes: Oatmeal stout, mezcal, espresso con panna, roasted almonds, dark rum, mole poblanoManufacturer: HVC Cigars (produced at Tabacos Valle de Jalapa S.A. - TABSA, Nicaragua) Privada Storytelling Cerro is a real neighborhood in Havana, and in this cigar, Reinier Lorenzo captures its soul—not polished, not flashy, but full of depth and history. HVC Cerro Maduro takes the original Corojo-based Cerro blend and reimagines it in shadow: cloaked in dark San Andrés maduro and burning slow like a midnight streetlight in Old Havana. There’s nothing trendy about this stick. It’s all mood and muscle. For Privada, this is the cigar you light when you want flavor that speaks in low tones—deep, rich, and undeniably real. Flavor Journey First third: Opens with espresso, dark chocolate, and black pepper. A thick, chewy smoke rolls over the palate. Mid-smoke: Damp earth and roasted hazelnut take over, with a background of molasses and smoky sweetness. Final third: The finish brings charred oak, a return of spice, and an almost umami-like cocoa earthiness that lingers. Why It Belongs in Privada HVC Cerro Maduro belongs in Privada because it reminds us that boldness isn’t always about power—it’s about presence. This cigar brings authentic Cuban-inspired flavor through the filter of maduro strength. It’s not trying to impress—it’s trying to express. And in a world of loud blends, Cerro Maduro whispers with confidence. For the Privada member who values slow-burning depth over hype, this is essential.

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HVC Edición Especial 2018 Toro Size: 6″ × 52 (Toro)Vitola: Toro (rounded)Wrapper: Nicaraguan Corojo 99 (Jalapa)Binder: NicaraguanFillers: Nicaraguan (Jalapa and Estelí)Flavor Notes: Almond, red pepper, sweet cedar, cream, toasted cinnamon, citrus zest, floral earth, cocoaPairing Notes: Café con leche, spiced rum, almond croissant, honeyed black tea, orange peel chocolateManufacturer: HVC Cigars (produced at Tabacos Valle de Jalapa S.A. - TABSA, Nicaragua) Privada Storytelling The HVC Edición Especial 2018 Toro is Reinier Lorenzo’s love letter to Cuba by way of Nicaragua. Built entirely from Aganorsa-grown tobaccos, this blend showcases Corojo 99 in a starring role—fragrant, spicy, and luxuriously complex. Released as a celebration of HVC’s momentum and blending evolution, this Toro burns like a sunrise over Havana rooftops: warm, vibrant, and alive with tradition. In Privada, this cigar stands as a marker of intention—proof that boutique doesn’t mean trendy; it means thoughtful. It’s what you light when you want flavor, structure, and soul, all in one slow-burning ritual. Flavor Journey First third: Opens with creamy almond, soft red pepper, and sweet cedar. The retrohale offers citrus blossom and gentle spice. Mid-smoke: Cinnamon toast and honey weave into an earthy base. The texture is smooth and evolving with every puff. Final third: Cedar darkens, pepper returns, and floral cocoa brings a subtle finish of complexity and warmth. Why It Belongs in Privada This cigar shows what happens when boutique blending meets Cuban tradition and Nicaraguan terroir. Edición Especial 2018 doesn’t chase trends—it builds legacy. It’s the kind of blend that deepens your appreciation for craft cigars without needing to shout. For Privada, this is a cornerstone. A cigar that bridges old world roots and new world execution with class, flavor, and purpose.

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HVC Cerro Natural Size: Robusto (5″ × 50), Toro (6″ × 54), Short Robusto (4½″ × 52)Vitola: ParejoWrapper: Nicaraguan Corojo 99 (Jalapa)Binder: NicaraguanFillers: Nicaraguan (Estelí and Jalapa)Flavor Notes: Cedar, red pepper, sweet earth, toasted almond, baking spice, caramel, citrus rind, dried hayPairing Notes: Café cubano, spiced rum, cinnamon tea, roasted nuts, bourbon with orange peelManufacturer: HVC Cigars (produced at Tabacos Valle de Jalapa S.A. - TABSA, Nicaragua) Privada Storytelling HVC Cerro Natural is where it all began. Named after Reinier Lorenzo’s hometown neighborhood in Havana, Cerro was his first bold step into the boutique spotlight. With a classic Cuban sensibility and the raw power of Nicaraguan tobacco, this cigar pays tribute to home without clinging to nostalgia. It burns with the vibrancy of Jalapa-grown Corojo 99, revealing layer after layer of rich, grounded character. In Privada, this cigar represents roots. Not hype, not polish—just honesty and hunger. This is the cigar that whispered, “I’m here,” and now speaks with the authority of a boutique staple. Flavor Journey First third: Opens with cedar and red pepper. A subtle sweetness of caramel and toasted almond creeps in beneath the spice. Mid-smoke: Flavor rounds out into earth, dried hay, and a warm baking spice. Retrohale brightens with citrus zest and peppery lift. Final third: Earth and wood deepen. Spice mellows. A clean, dry finish marked by light leather and lingering toast. Why It Belongs in Privada Cerro Natural isn’t just a cigar—it’s a story of emergence. It’s a debut that still holds up because it was built with intention. In Privada, we honor cigars that launched legacies, and this one helped define HVC’s voice in the boutique world. It’s Nicaraguan to the core, Cuban in spirit, and crafted for the purist. It proves that first impressions—when done right—can last forever.

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