Rocky Patel Vintage 1999 – Connecticut

Rocky Patel Vintage 1999 Connecticut is a mild-bodied cigar with a 7-year-old Connecticut shade-grown wrapper, a Nicaraguan binder and a blend of 8-year-old Dominican and Nicaraguan long-leaf Ligero filler tobacco. Notably, this blend boasts the distinction of showcasing the oldest Connecticut shade-grown wrapper available in the market. This exceptional blend has garnered praise and recognition, earning an impressive 91-point rating from both Cigar Snob and Cigar Journal. Whether savoring it on a leisurely afternoon or commemorating a special moment, this cigar promises a journey of indulgence and delight.

These cigars are hand-rolled at the El Paraiso factory in Danli, Honduras. It's where many of Rocky Patel’s cigars are made. The factory opened in 2017 and is one of the most important places for the brand’s cigar production. It’s a large, modern facility where skilled workers handle every step of making a cigar—from growing and sorting tobacco to rolling and packing. The factory is known for keeping a close eye on quality to make sure every cigar is consistent and well-made. Shop now for Rocky Patel's Vintage 1999 Connecticut cigars, an embodiment of uncompromising quality and sophistication.

Blend & Construction

• Wrapper: Connecticut Shade

• Binder: Nicaraguan

• Filler: Dominican / Nicaraguan

• Strength: Mild

• Origin: Honduras

Tasting Notes & Accolades

Master Blender Tasting Notes: "A very mellow smoke delivering flavors of cane sugar, oak, and spice. Perfect cigar for lunch."

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• Color: Deep garnet color with some ruby or orange reflections.
• Nose: Aromatic with spicy candied violet, cinnamon, clove, smoky notes, ripe raspberry, and black plum.
• Palate: Fresh and juicy with notes of toasty oak, licorice, coffee, and cacao seeds. It features supple, well-balanced tannins, a full body, and a long, savory finish. 

• Origin: Produced in Jordan, with its unique location imbuing the wine with distinct characteristics.
• Grape Variety: Touriga Nacional, a thick-skinned grape variety from Portugal, known for its intense color, tannins, and aging potential.
• Style: A full-bodied, dry red wine with rich fruit flavors (dark fruits, plum, cherry, blackcurrant) and spicy undertones.
• Pairings: The robust tannins and intense flavors pair well with strong, grilled, or roasted red meats, game, and aged or hard cheeses like aged cheddar, manchego, or pecorino. 

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• Color: Deep garnet, almost black, with ruby hues.
• Aromas: Warm notes of leather, cherry in kirsch, and ripe black plum, followed by black pepper, vanilla notes, and a hint of tar.
• Palate: Round and powerful with well-balanced tannins. Flavors include dark fruits (plum, cherry, blackcurrant) combined with savory spices like liquorice, clove, black pepper, and nutmeg.
• Finish: The finish is described as long, dry, and powerful. 

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