Diamond Crown Black Diamond Emerald
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SIZE: 52 x 152mm (6”)
PRICE: $ 20 | € 22.5
TIME: 1h 15 min
COUNTRY: Dominican Rep.
WRAPPER: U.S.A.
BINDER: Dominican Rep.
FILLER: Dominican Rep.
The Diamond Crown Black Diamond line from J.C. Newman Cigars was launched to celebrate the company’s 100th anniversary. Earlier this year, they presented a revamped look with a tweaked blend. A flavorful and full-bodied smoke from the get-go that offers an intense profile that is very complex but still balanced at the same time.
The cigar opens with dark tones of leather, earth, and black pepper, with hazelnut aromas following. Halfway through, the spice has evolved into cinnamon, and the smoke becomes creamy with a hint of sweetness present as well.
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