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February 16, 2024
Imagined on the occasion of the new Chinese year under the sign of the Dragon, this collection celebrates the legendary creature as much as the know-how of S.T. Dupont. The writing instruments, lighters and cigar accessories reinvent the iconic know-how of the house with the creation of a new Guilloche Dragon Scales. At the same time imprints of tradition and furiously modern, three lines constitute the Dragon collection: Dragon Red, Dragon Black and Dragon Color Animation.
The Dragonlines see the iconic products of S.T. Dupont to adorn themselves with a dragon inspired by anime and street art. Gushing from a confetti cloud, it symbolizes the joy and the infinite possibilities offered by this new lunar year. Line 2 is adorned with a Guilloche Dragon Scales and Golden Finishes Guilloche and a Guilloche Body under Honey Dupont Lacquer.The Collection also features a cigar case that coincides with each of the Ligne 2 :lighters. . -
February 09, 2024
The initial phase of La Union, a collaboration between My Father and Tatuaje, is nearing completion for shipment to retailers.
There are four distinct blends, each crafted into a 7 1/4 x 50 double corona with a 109-style cap. While two of the cigars were meticulously blended by the García family of My Father, Pete Johnson of Tatuaje crafted the other two.
These cigars are packaged in boxes of 40. To symbolize the union, each box contains 20 cigars blended by the Garcías and 20 blended by Johnson. The first set of these boxes, the black ones, are almost prepared for distribution to retailers.
La Union - Tatuaje for My Father (Black) utilizes a wrapper of shade-grown Nicaraguan corojo 99, whereas La Union - My Father for Tatuaje (Black) employs an Ecuadorian habano wrapper.Regarding the other two cigars, the Tatuaje in the upcoming red box showcases an Ecuadorian Sumatra wrapper, while the cigar crafted by the Garcías features a Connecticut br
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February 01, 2024
Davidoff has once again unveiled its exclusive "Year of" Masterpiece Gran Toro cigar as a limited edition, exclusively for esteemed customers of Davidoff of Geneva since 1911. The Flagship Exclusive 2024 allows customers to indulge in the exclusive cigar, typically available only as part of the 25 Masterpiece Humidors.
The Flagship Exclusive cigars are presented in an impressive box containing 24 cigars. The focal point of the box is the majestic Dragon icon at the center of the top surface, featuring a dragon holding a pearl. The packaging's regal appearance is further enhanced by the iridescent varnished dragon skin pattern.
Upon opening, enthusiasts will discover three trays with eight cigars each, adorned with a silky red ribbon resembling the dragon's tongue. The front side of the trays showcases a golden serial number plate. The Gran Toro, with the same tobacco varieties as the Year of the Dragon Limited Edition 2024 double corona cigar, provides a taste experience
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December 16, 2023
Fuente y Padrón Legends, the collaborative project between Arturo Fuente and Padrón, will not be heading to stores this year. In late November, Arturo Fuente shipped the first 750 boxes out of the roughly 2,000 that were made to the U.S. Carlos “Carlito” Fuente Jr. announced the shipment on social media. In the two weeks since, it became apparent that there was an issue that prevented the first batch of cigars—which are expected to be distributed by Padrón—from being released.
As it turns out, some of the boxes in one of the two shipping containers arrived to Tampa damaged. The two companies say that they will delay the release and inspect each box individually, which necessitates the delay.The two companies have yet to offer an updated schedule for the initial shipment of Legends to retail outlets; all that is known is that it won't happen in the current month. Additionally, there is still no fresh information regarding pricing, blends,
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November 15, 2023
Each November Davidoff Cigars releases their most anticipated release of the calendar year; in the form of Davidoff's yearly Chinese New Year celebration cigar. This year's cigars marks the 12th installment and features the year of the Dragon. Beyond the spectacular cigar Davidoff releases coinciding accessories that are truly one of a kind pieces of art. THis year features both a cutter and ashtray. The cutter features a palladium double-blade with an intricate engraving showcasing the Year of the Dragon, making it an attention-grabber for any connoisseur. This precise instrument was crafted in Germany and is limited to 588 pieces worldwide.The Ashtray features porcelain ash receptacle with a circular design and includes two cigar rests, making it a perfect addition to the Limited Edition series. It boasts an exquisite, spacious ashtray adorned with a striking Year of the Dragon motif in red and gold. Specifically crafted to accommodate two cigars, the cigar notches have a slight tilt