COHIBA ESPLéDIDOS COSECHA 2017 GRAN RESERVA (15)
COHIBA- Taste: somewhat spongy, with a slight sweetness in the background and hints of pepper and wood.
- Strength: medium-strong.
- Shot: very good.
- Coat: natural brown color, thin and not very veiny.
- Combustion: very regular.
- Ash: medium gray, matte.
- Aroma: very pleasant and intense tobacco, with sweet notes that bring back memories of honey, wood and leather.
Storage Instructions
For the Cohiba Esplédidos Cosecha 2017 Gran Reserva (15) store the cigars in a stable humidor to preserve their vintage character and delicate wrapper. Aim for a relative humidity of 68% to 70% and a temperature between 68ºF and 70ºF (20ºC to 21ºC). Keep the box or individual cigars on Spanish cedar when possible because the wood helps regulate moisture and enhances aging. If you do not have a humidor a quality travel humidor or humi-pouch with a calibrated two way humidity pack is a good short term option. Avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight or large swings in temperature and humidity. Also avoid humidity and temperatures above 72% RH or above 72ºF (22ºC) to reduce the risk of tobacco beetle activity. Store this Cuban Gran Reserva away from strong odors and do not mix with flavored cigars so the tobacco’s nuanced notes remain pure.
Care Tips
Handle the Cohiba Esplédidos Cosecha 2017 Gran Reserva (15) gently to protect the oily, sometimes delicate wrapper. Pick up the cigar by the head and body rather than squeezing the cap. Use a sharp straight cutter or a high quality guillotine for a clean cut to avoid tearing. Allow newly purchased cigars to acclimate in your humidor for one to two weeks if they traveled from a different climate. For aficionados who enjoy aging this Gran Reserva you will often find rewards after six months to three years of proper cellaring as the flavors integrate and the texture smooths. Rotate the box periodically for even humidity distribution and check your hygrometer monthly for consistency. When preparing to smoke, toast the foot evenly and take gentle draws for the first third to let the cigar open up. Store any partially smoked cigar in a cigar tube or travel humidor to maintain humidity until the next session. Regular maintenance of your humidor and calibrated packs or beads will ensure the Cohiba Esplédidos Cosecha 2017 Gran Reserva (15) delivers its full vintage expression every time.
Reviews and Ratings
Formal, in depth reviews specifically for the Cohiba Esplédidos Cosecha 2017 Gran Reserva are limited in major print magazines. Publications such as Cigar Aficionado and Halfwheel have regularly covered Cohiba Gran Reserva releases and their commentary on similar vintages is a useful guide. Critics and experienced smokers who have tried Gran Reserva Cohibas often highlight refined balance, a creamy cedar backbone, touches of leather and dark chocolate, and a restrained spice that develops through the smoke. Where direct scores for this exact 2017 Esplédidos release are scarce, community feedback and reviews of related Gran Reserva editions tend to be very favorable, praising the polish that comes from the vintage aged leaves and the lasting finish.
History and Heritage
Cohiba is the flagship Cuban brand known for meticulous leaf selection and an emphasis on refinement. The Gran Reserva label signals a small batch release made from specially selected harvests, in this case the 2017 cosecha or harvest. These cigars reflect Cohiba’s tradition of careful fermentation, selection of older tobacco, and expert rolling by experienced torcedores. Even if exact details on this particular box are limited, the Esplédidos name carries a legacy of classic Cuban format and the Gran Reserva designation suggests an elevated, more mature expression of the Cohiba profile. Collectors and enthusiasts value these releases for their craftsmanship, aging potential, and the nuanced flavors that come with a designated harvest year.
Tasting Notes
The Cohiba Esplédidos Cosecha 2017 Gran Reserva (15) unveils a polished, medium-to-full-bodied profile that speaks to careful Gran Reserva aging and a ripe 2017 cosecha. Initial draws offer creamy cedar and supple leather, followed by waves of dark cocoa, rich espresso and toasted almond. A subtle black pepper spice and molasses sweetness emerge mid-smoking, while delicate floral and honeyed tobacco aromas lift the bouquet. The smoke is velvety and long—evolving to a lingering, slightly spicy cocoa finish that rewards slow, contemplative puffs.
Pairing Suggestions
Aged Caribbean rum (10–15 years), its warm oak, molasses and dried-fruit notes echo the cigar’s sweet spice and cocoa, rounding the smoke with a caramelized depth. Single-origin espresso or an Italian roast coffee, the bitter-sweet coffee tones mirror the cigar’s espresso and dark chocolate character and sharpen the cigar’s mid-palate complexities. 18-year tawny port or a well-matured XO cognac, fortified-sweet or dried-fruit richness and toasted oak reinforce the Gran Reserva’s velvety finish and amplify its floral and honeyed aromatics.
Processing & Delivery
Orders are processed within 1–3 business days. Delivery is guaranteed until the shipment reaches destination customs. Lost parcels confirmed by the courier may be reshipped once or refunded. Parcels seized by customs are non-refundable.
Damaged Items & Returns
Any issue must be reported within 7 days of delivery. Returned items must be unused and in original packaging. Return shipping costs are the customer’s responsibility.
Cigars are handmade natural products. Variations in draw, appearance or flavor are normal and not grounds for return.
Refunds
Refunds may be requested within 15 days of delivery in cases of confirmed loss or damage. To ensure a smooth and secure return process, return shipping and handling costs apply. These costs will be deducted from the refund amount where applicable.
If you prefer your order to be reshipped instead of refunded, a standard reshipping and handling fee applies and will be requested prior to shipment.
