Description
La Gloria Cubana Serie R Estelí
Size: Toro (6″ × 54), Gordo (6″ × 60), Grande (6¼″ × 64)
Vitola: Parejo (larger ring gauges, premium feel)
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Jalapa Sol (oily, dark, full-flavor)
Binder: Nicaraguan
Fillers: 100% Nicaraguan long-fillers (ligero & viso) sourced across various farms
Flavor Notes: Espresso, cedar, leather, roasted nuts, floral nuance, white pepper, subtle sweetness
Pairing Notes: Añejo rum, rich coffee, walnut porter, aged whiskey
Manufacturer: General Cigar – made in Estelí, Nicaragua
Privada Storytelling
The Serie R Estelí carries the bold identity of Serie R into Nicaraguan terroir. Named for Estelí’s skilled artisans, it swaps its Dominican roots for local Nicaraguan character, delivering a refined yet powerful experience.
This is a cigar for early-morning focus or late-evening reflection—intense enough to demand attention, yet polished enough to reward nuance. From the oily Jalapa wrapper to the lingering floral hints, it’s performance with personality. It doesn’t whisper pride; it shows it—through balance, craftsmanship, and terroir-forward presence.
Flavor Journey
First third: Opens with smooth espresso and cedar tones, grounded by leather and subtle sweetness .
Mid-smoke: Roasted nuts emerge alongside floral and white pepper accents; creamy smoke defines the stage .
Final third: Pepper sharpens. Notes of leather, earth, and coffee deepen, ending on a rich, lingering finish .
Why It Belongs in Privada
Privada values cigars that balance depth with refinement. Serie R Estelí is that bridge—a full-bodied smoke shaped by thoughtful origin switches. It honors both tradition and transformation, proving boldness comes in layers, not just volume.