Don Pepin Garcia Vegas Cubanas

Often overshadowed by other Don Pepin-branded smokes, the Vegas Cubanas by Don Pepin Garcia is a fine tribute to the Garcia family’s Cuban heritage and the iconic tobacco fields or “vegas” of Cuba. The blend features exquisite Criollo and Corojo tobaccos from Nicaragua’s Esteli and Jalapa regions which are covered by a leathery Corojo Rosado wrapper leaf.

The mellower character of Vegas Cubanas cigars will surprise many familiar with Don Pepin’s usual up-tempo fuller-bodied smokes, yet will be no less pleased with the intensely flavorful medium-bodied affair touched with hints of cedar, toast, cocoa and sweet spice, with just a dash of pepper. The 7 5/8” x 49 Magnates and the 5” x 50 Invictos, both 93-rated gems, are top picks.