Description
DBL 35th Anniversary Limited Edition
Size: Toro (≈6¼″ × 56), box‑pressed
Wrapper: Cameroon Sun‑Grown (Ecuador)
Binder: Dominican
Fillers: Dominican long‑fillers, heavy in Piloto Cubano
Flavor Notes: Espresso, dark chocolate, caramel, sweet fruit, baking spices (cinnamon/nutmeg), roasted nuts, maple syrup, pepper, bittersweet cocoa
Pairing Notes: Double espresso, aged bourbon, dark stout ale, toasted nut pastry
Manufacturer: Dominican Big Leaguer by Francisco Almonte – Dominican Republic
Privada Storytelling
An Artisan’s Milestone
Crafted by Francisco Almonte to celebrate 35 years in tobacco, this cigar is a culmination of lineage and craftsmanship. The oily Cameroon wrapper delivers authority from the first draw—espresso and bittersweet cocoa that evolve into sweet fruit and warm spice. It’s powerful yet poised, like a memoir told over decades: rich, nuanced, honest.
Flavor Journey
First Third: Bold espresso and dark chocolate with oak‑sweet caramel and a burst of pepper
Middle Third: Introduces maple sweetness, roasted nuts, baking spice, and fruit harmony
Final Third: Deepens into bittersweet cocoa and leather, with cinnamon‑spice and lingering caramel warmth
Why It Belongs in Privada
This is not merely a commemorative release—it’s a refined testament to maturity and mastery. It marries full flavor with balance and finishes with elegance. Like Privada’s ethos, it’s premium without pretense, a moment to honor the past while savoring the now.