PLASENCIA COSECHA 149 AZACUALPA TORO (10)
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- Taste: Plasencia Cosecha 149 Azacualpa Toro presents rich dark cocoa and espresso notes with cedar, toasted almond and a touch of baking spice, rounded by subtle leather and natural tobacco sweetness.
- Strength: Medium to full-bodied.
- Shot: Smooth and balanced from the first draw, gradually evolving into a warmer, spicier profile toward the second half.
- Layer: Oily Honduran Azacualpa wrapper in a medium dark Colorado brown with fine tooth and a silky, slightly veined texture.
- Combustion: Even and consistent burn with a steady draw and reliable burn line.
- Ash: Firm compact light gray ash that holds well between puffs.
- Aroma: Aromas of cedar and leather with underlying sweet tobacco and a background of warm baking spice on the retrohale.
Storage Instructions
Store your Plasencia Cosecha 149 Azacualpa Toro (10) in a well maintained humidor to preserve its nuanced flavors and the integrity of the Honduran grown wrapper leaf. Aim for a relative humidity of 68 to 70% RH and a temperature of 68 to 70ºF (20 to 21ºC). If you keep the cigars in their original box place the closed box inside the humidor to help stabilize moisture and protect the wrapper. Avoid rapid swings in temperature and humidity and keep the humidor away from direct sunlight and strong odors that can taint the tobacco. For short trips use a travel humidor or a Boveda style pack to maintain steady humidity until you return them to your main humidor.
Care Tips
Handle the Plasencia Cosecha 149 Azacualpa Toro (10) gently to protect the delicate wrapper, holding by the foot or the body rather than pinching the cap. Use a sharp guillotine cutter or a punch designed for Toro shapes to make a clean cut that promotes an even draw. Light with a butane torch or cedar spill and toast the foot evenly to avoid charring the wrapper or concentrating heat in one spot. If the cigars have been recently shipped or stored at lower humidity allow them to rest in your humidor for one to two weeks before smoking so the blend can rebalance. For enthusiasts who enjoy aging the blend the Plasencia Cosecha 149 series responds well to moderate cellaring and can develop greater complexity over six to twelve months and beyond, while always keeping humidity and temperature stable for best results.
Reviews and Ratings
There are few reviews that call out this exact Toro 10 pack by size and bundle. That said the Plasencia Cosecha 149 line has attracted positive attention from mainstream cigar critics and specialty sites such as Cigar Aficionado and Halfwheel for its farm driven concept and attention to consistency. Expert commentary on the Cosecha 149 series often highlights solid construction, a balanced flavor profile and careful aging. Retail customer feedback for the Azacualpa expression tends to praise an even draw, steady burn and a profile that leans toward earthy and cedar notes with measured spice and creamy undertones. If you are judging by the line and the brand reputation this cigar sits comfortably in the category of well made premium smokes that reward a slower, attentive session.
History and Heritage
Plasencia is a long standing family owned name in tobacco known for growing and blending tobacco across Central America. The Cosecha 149 series was created to showcase tobaccos from specific Plasencia farms and to celebrate the concept of terroir within their blends. Azacualpa points to tobacco grown on one of the family farms in Honduras and the release focuses on small batch production with careful selection and aging of leaves. The result is a cigar meant to reflect the farming practices and craftsmanship that have defined the Plasencia reputation among enthusiasts and blenders alike.
Tasting Notes
The Plasencia Cosecha 149 Azacualpa Toro presents a confident medium‑to‑full body that marries Old World refinement with bold Nicaraguan intensity. Expect an earthy backbone layered with dark cocoa and rich espresso, punctuated by black pepper and a savory leather core. Mid‑palate notes of toasted almond, molasses sweetness and cedar lend a creamy, rounded texture, while top notes of baking spice and a faint floral lift appear on the retrohale. The finish is long and composed—velvety smoke gives way to lingering cocoa and a warming spice that evolves through the smoke.
Pairing Suggestions
Añejo rum: a well‑aged, oak‑matured rum brings caramel, vanilla and toffee that echo the cigar’s molasses and cocoa notes while smoothing its peppery edges. Espresso: a short, bold espresso accentuates the cigar’s coffee and bitter‑chocolate character and provides a brisk counterpoint to the creamy smoke. 70–75% dark chocolate: bittersweet chocolate amplifies the cocoa and roasted nut flavors, creating a harmonious, dessert‑style finish without overpowering the cigar’s complex spice and cedar undertones.
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.
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