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Aganorsa Leaf

Signature Corojo

Aganorsa Leaf Signature Corojo is a medium-full strength cigar made in Nicaragua at Tabacos Valle de Jalapa. It pairs Nicaraguan Corojo '99 (rosado claro, Jalapa) wrapper; Nicaraguan Corojo '99 binder; Nicaraguan Criollo '98 & Corojo '99 (incl. medio tiempo) filler. The catalog lists 4 sizes, from 5 × 52 to 6¼ × 52.

Maker
Aganorsa Leaf
Wrapper
Nicaraguan Corojo '99 (rosado claro, Jalapa)
Binder
Nicaraguan Corojo '99
Filler
Nicaraguan Criollo '98 & Corojo '99 (incl. medio tiempo)
Country
Nicaragua
Factory
Tabacos Valle de Jalapa
Strength
medium-full
Sizes
4 · 5 × 52 to 6¼ × 52

Blend details are claims from manufacturer and trade sources. Blends can change between releases.

What it tastes like

what the wrapper usually brings

Aganorsa Leaf Signature Corojo uses a Nicaraguan Corojo '99 (rosado claro, Jalapa) wrapper. Rosado wrappers tend toward a reddish sweetness with spice and cedar. That is the leaf's general character, not a tasting note for this cigar.

How to smoke it

rules of thumb
  • Time: plan on about 1 hour to 1 h 30 min for a 6-inch size.
  • When: Medium to full: best after a meal, when you can give it your attention.
  • Pair with: a red wine, rye whiskey, or coffee.
  • Pace: about a puff a minute keeps it cool and lets the flavors change from third to third. Do not inhale.
  • Before lighting: cut just above the cap line, toast the foot evenly, and take a cold draw to check it.

Sizes

4 in the catalog

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Aganorsa Leaf Signature Corojo questions

What does Aganorsa Leaf Signature Corojo taste like?

Aganorsa Leaf Signature Corojo uses a Nicaraguan Corojo '99 (rosado claro, Jalapa) wrapper. Rosado wrappers tend toward a reddish sweetness with spice and cedar. That is the leaf's general character, not a tasting note for this cigar; log a smoke in CigarMind to record your own.

How strong is Aganorsa Leaf Signature Corojo?

Aganorsa Leaf Signature Corojo is listed as medium-full strength. Medium to full: best after a meal, when you can give it your attention.

Is Aganorsa Leaf Signature Corojo good for beginners?

It is a stronger cigar. Most newer smokers are better served starting milder and working up to it. Smoke it slowly, a puff a minute or so, and do not inhale.

Where is Aganorsa Leaf Signature Corojo made?

Aganorsa Leaf Signature Corojo is made in Nicaragua at Tabacos Valle de Jalapa, according to manufacturer and trade sources.

What wrapper does Aganorsa Leaf Signature Corojo use?

Aganorsa Leaf Signature Corojo uses a Nicaraguan Corojo '99 (rosado claro, Jalapa) wrapper over a Nicaraguan Corojo '99 binder, with Nicaraguan Criollo '98 & Corojo '99 (incl. medio tiempo) filler. Blends can change between releases, so check the band year if it matters to you.

What sizes does Aganorsa Leaf Signature Corojo come in?

The CigarMind catalog lists 4 sizes: Corona Gorda (6 × 46), Robusto (5 × 52), Belicoso (6¼ × 52) and Toro (6 × 54). Each size has its own page with the full blend.

How long does it take to smoke Aganorsa Leaf Signature Corojo?

For a 6-inch size, plan on about 1 hour to 1 h 30 min. That is a rule of thumb of 10 to 15 minutes per inch at a relaxed pace, a puff about once a minute.

What drink goes with Aganorsa Leaf Signature Corojo?

With a rosado wrapper, common pairings are a red wine, rye whiskey, or coffee. Match the drink's weight to the cigar's: lighter drinks for milder cigars, darker spirits for fuller ones.

What cigars are similar to Aganorsa Leaf Signature Corojo?

Cigars with a similar build include Southern Draw Firethorn, My Father La Gran Oferta and Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust Sobremesa. They share rosado wrapper, medium-full strength, made in Nicaragua. Similarity here is by wrapper, strength, origin and factory, not by a tasting panel.