The essence of tradition: Balmoral Añejo XO Oscuro Gran Toro
The nobility of Balmoral Añejo XO Oscuro Gran Toro is expressed from the very first glance of the cigar lover. Dressed in a dark, satiny San Andrés wrapper, this cigar immediately evokes the promise of a rich, full experience.
The slightly glossy sheen of its wrapper and its silky texture testify to the superior quality of the tobacco leaves that have matured under the Mexican sun, adopting that deep oscuro hue often sought after for its intense flavor.
A blend of terroirs
At the crossroads of tobacco cultures, Balmoral Añejo XO Oscuro Gran Toro shines with its skilful blend of flavours. The Binder, made from Dominican Olor, works in perfect harmony with a complex tripe of selected leaves from the fertile lands of Nicaragua's Jalapa Valley and Brazil's Mata Norte.
This marriage of earths gives life to spicy, almost musical nuances that sing in chorus with the roundness of dark chocolate and creamy espresso aromas, all enhanced by a lingering sweetness and a touch of discreet black pepper.
A masterful hand
Cigar making is an art, and each Balmoral Añejo XO Oscuro Gran Toro is the fruit of meticulous attention to detail. Hand-crafted in the Royal Agio Cigars workshops, this Gran Toro is an example of the craftsmanship that has endured for generations.
The distinct roles of cape, Binder and tripe are harmonized by experienced torcedores, ensuring exceptional consistency in each scroll.
An invitation to relax
The silhouette of this Gran Toro, with its 152 mm status and calibre 52 ring, is a silent call to take a break, to immerse oneself in a ritual of calculated relaxation. The time required, between 60 and 80 minutes, is not just a commitment to duration but an open door to the appreciation of the finest moments.
As for its strength, it lies in a precise balance between softness and intensity, offering a power that is fully appreciated without ever dominating, unfolding in the mid-range of the spectrum.
A preserved tradition
The term "Oscuro" does more than indicate a color: it represents the quintessence of a rich culture, underpinned by cape leaves with a deep, saturated profile. These leaves, selected from among the darkest, almost black, are this Gran Toro's gala attire.
Each component expresses an element of the cigar's history, a fiber of time that is rooted not only in the tradition of the Dominican Republic, but also in the expertise of the distant lands that contributed to its creation.
