Description
Foundation The Wise Man Corojo
Size: Toro (6″ × 52), also available in Robusto and Gordo
Vitola: Parejo
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Corojo ’99 (sun‑grown, reddish hue)
Binder: Connecticut Broadleaf
Fillers: Nicaraguan long‑fillers from Estelí & Jalapa
Flavor Notes:
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Toasted cedar, roasted almond, and warm graham cracker
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Cinnamon spice and black pepper
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Rich leather, dark cocoa
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Savory earth and light nutmeg
Pairing Notes: French‑press coffee, barrel‑aged rye, almond biscotti, toasted nut stout
Strength/Body: Medium to medium‑full
Manufacturer: Foundation Cigar Co. (hand‑crafted in Nicaragua)
Privada Storytelling
Wisdom in Every Draw
The Wise Man Corojo is both assertive and introspective. Its spicy wrapper leads with authority, but the Broadleaf binder and Nicaraguan filler soften the edges into a warm, layered experience. It progresses deliberately—from spice to earth to nutty sweetness—like a seasoned mind unfolding insights over time. It’s crafted for slow reflection, not loud declarations.
Flavor Journey
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First Third: Cedar and almond open, followed by cinnamon-spice interplay
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Middle Third: Rich leather and dark cocoa deepen the profile, backed by graham-nut warmth
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Final Third: Earth and nutmeg finish, with pepper weaving back in for a smooth close
Why It Belongs in Privada
This cigar is about contemplative strength. It doesn’t overwhelm with intensity, but it rewards thoughtful sitting. Flavor evolves steadily and harmoniously—structure, restraint, and depth in each puff. That measured expression aligns with Privada’s values of purposeful craft and mindful enjoyment.