Description
The Great Danube – April 2024 LCA Release
Size: 7 × 50 Churchill Toro
Vitola: Churchill Toro
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Sun-Grown
Binder: Nicaraguan Criollo ’98
Fillers: Nicaraguan long-fillers (Estelí, Jalapa, Condega)
Flavor Notes: Spiced cedar, dark espresso, black cherry, toasted almond, cocoa dust, warm baking spice, leather, gentle black pepper, mineral earth
Pairing Notes: Aged rum, café con leche, cherry brandy, cinnamon biscotti, tawny port, dark stout, pecan praline, black tea with milk
Manufacturer: Crafted by Fonseca Cigars in collaboration with Privada Cigar Club; produced at Fonseca’s Honduran El Paraíso factory
Privada Storytelling
The Great Danube flows with serene strength—mirroring the legendary river that shaped civilizations. Released in April 2024 via LCA, this Churchill Toro was built for moments of reflection and depth. In Privada, we believe cigars can be waterways for thought, not just smoke. This cigar leads you through flavor currents with grace, complexity, and quiet power.
Flavor Journey
The first draw delivers spiced cedar and rich espresso, softened by black cherry and toasted almond sweetness. As the cigar progresses, warm baking spices blend with cocoa dust and creamy leather, balancing depth and delight. Midway, a soft wave of black pepper and underlying mineral earth provides structure. In the final phase, flavors settle into a harmonious blend of almond, spice, and cedar with a clean, lingering finish—carrying the weight of a long, dignified journey.
Why It Belongs in Privada
Because The Great Danube exemplifies thoughtful flow. It unfolds with grace, offering depth without aggression. Rolled and aged for clarity, it reflects Privada’s belief in crafted journeys—smokable rivers of nuance designed for the contemplative smoker. It offers presence without pretense.