Description
AJ Fernandez 20th Anniversary Toro
Size: Toro (6½″ × 54)
Vitola: Box‑pressed Toro
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Broadleaf
Binder: AJ’s proprietary Nicaraguan blend
Fillers: Nicaraguan long‑fillers from Estelí and Jalapa
Flavor Notes:
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Dark chocolate and rich espresso
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Earthy spice, charred oak, and black pepper
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Molasses sweetness, nutmeg, and dried fruit accents
Pairing Notes:
Barrel‑strength bourbon, dark roast coffee, fig walnut cake, Maduro‑style stout
Manufacturer: Tabacalera AJ Fernandez, Estelí, Nicaragua
Privada Storytelling
Twenty Years, One Signature Smoke
This Toro is AJ Fernandez’s personal statement in tobacco. The bold Broadleaf wrapper signals celebration, and the blend delivers a powerful yet polished experience. It starts fierce—earth, espresso, oak—and softens into cocoa and sweetness before returning with spice and structure. It’s a milestone in smoke form: confident, refined, and built for moments of reflection.
Flavor Journey
First Third: Earth and espresso dominate, edged by charred oak and black pepper
Middle Third: Dark chocolate and molasses sweetness balance the spice; nutmeg and dried fruit appear
Final Third: Rich cinnamon, deep earth, and leather meld into a long, structured finish
Why It Belongs in Privada
This is not just an anniversary cigar—it’s AJ’s legacy in smoke. It stands for depth, clarity, and sophisticated potency. Like Privada’s ethos, this cigar is crafted, respectful of complexity, and impactful without flash. It’s a print of two decades of mastery—best approached thoughtfully, not rushed.