Description
Size: 6 × 54
Vitola: Toro
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Habano
Binder: Nicaraguan
Fillers: Nicaraguan
Flavor Notes: Roasted coffee, cedar, hazelnut, cocoa, black pepper, leather, and a subtle honeyed finish
Pairing Notes: Espresso, amaro, Chianti Classico, or aged rum
Manufacturer: Ernesto Padilla (Nicaragua)
Privada Storytelling
The Padilla Italia Release is a story of rediscovery — a blend once reserved for Italian tobacconists and the country’s most discerning cigar lovers, now revived for the Privada family. Crafted by Ernesto Padilla, a name synonymous with Cuban heritage and modern craftsmanship, this cigar was originally created to honor Italy’s deep, romantic relationship with tobacco and luxury indulgence.
When Privada caught wind of this blend’s existence, we knew it couldn’t stay hidden any longer. After months of searching and patient negotiation, a small quantity was secured and aged to perfection — an opportunity to bring this Italian-exclusive gem home. Wrapped in Ecuadorian Habano and built on a Nicaraguan core, the Padilla Italia is elegant, complex, and irresistibly refined. It’s not just imported — it’s reborn.
Flavor Journey
The opening draws reveal cedar and roasted coffee with a dusting of black pepper. As the burn develops, notes of cocoa and toasted hazelnut emerge, followed by leather and a subtle floral sweetness. In the final third, the cigar deepens into espresso and oak, closing with a warm, honeyed finish that lingers like a well-aged wine.
Why It Belongs in Privada
Privada thrives on bringing the world’s hidden treasures to your humidor, and the Padilla Italia fits that mission perfectly. Once limited to a single European market, it now finds its rightful audience among collectors who understand what true exclusivity means. This cigar belongs in Privada because it embodies discovery — an international masterpiece finally made available to those who appreciate the rare and the remarkable.
Production Notes
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Originally exclusive to the Italian market.
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Crafted by Ernesto Padilla in Nicaragua.
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Aged and preserved before its Privada debut.
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Limited release, available only through Privada Cigar Club.
Highlights
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Elegant medium-to-full body with refined European flair.
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Ecuadorian Habano wrapper delivers depth and sophistication.
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Aged Nicaraguan core for complexity and balance.
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Rare international release now available exclusively through Privada.
