Description
Stulac Colaboración Aged 3+ Years
Size: 5×54
Vitola: Box-Pressed Robusto
Wrapper: Barrel-Aged Nicaraguan Habano
Binder: Chile
Fillers: Ometepe, Jalapa, Estelí
Flavor Notes: Mahogany, apple slice, cream, black and red pepper, cedar, oak, cinnamon
Pairing Notes: Fresh apple, bourbon, Canadian whiskey, steak, apricot or apple cinnamon tea, apple pie
Manufacturer: Paul Stulac at Tabacalera Perla (Nicaragua)
Privada Storytelling
The story of Paul Stulac is the story of revival. A Canadian-born blender with an artistic streak, Paul once stood at the edge of walking away from the cigar industry entirely. His brand had been overlooked, his efforts dismissed. That is, until Privada stepped in and introduced the club to his Red Screaming Sun Lancero, which changed everything. From that moment forward, Paul became woven into the fabric of the Privada family.
The Colaboración was born out of that renewed spirit. Years ago, Paul traveled to Nicaragua, working with Tabacalera Perla and sourcing tobacco from one of the most famous cigar houses in the world—though they’d never admit to supplying it. He blended this cigar with patience, aging it meticulously before handing it over to Privada. We then held it for over a year using the Privada Method, letting the blend mature until the moment of perfect ripeness. What you hold now is not just another cigar; it’s a testament to persistence, partnership, and passion—the Paul Stulac way.
Flavor Journey
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First Third: Opens with mahogany richness, a sweet apple slice, cream, and black and red pepper. A syrupy sweetness lingers while the retrohale brings a black pepper umami kick that sets the tone for complexity.
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Second Third: Woodiness sharpens as mahogany turns to cedar, the apple note becomes tarter, and the sweetness mellows. Cream persists, while cinnamon enters to create balance.
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Final Third: The apple returns alongside cedar and oak, with black pepper reasserting itself. Creamy smoke carries a cinnamon finish, rounding out a flavorful and satisfying close.
Why It Belongs in Privada
Paul Stulac is as much a part of Privada as any blender we’ve ever worked with. The Colaboración represents the synergy between our club’s relentless pursuit of aged perfection and Paul’s artistry as a blender. It’s a cigar that nearly didn’t exist—rescued by belief, aged with patience, and elevated through trust. This is exactly the kind of cigar that defines Privada’s mission: uncovering hidden brilliance and sharing it with the world.