illusione Fume D'Amour Concepcions

Summary

Concepcions is a classic Corona-sized cigar in the Fume D'Amour line. By utilizing Seco and Viso leaves instead of ligero, Dion Giolito has created a blend that is incredibly fragrant and flavorful without being overwhelming in strength. This medium-bodied smoke offers notes of honey, spice, and roasted coffee. The Corona format enhances the blend's natural sweetness, providing a balanced and highly enjoyable experience that is perfect for any time of day.

Specification

• Brand: illusione
• Length: 5.63
• Ring Gauge: 46
• Shape: Toro
• Wrapper: Nicaraguan Corojo
• Binder: Nicaraguan
• Filler: Nicaraguan
• Strength: Medium
• Flavor: Cedar,Earthy,Pepper,Sweetness
• Country of Origin: Non-Cuban

Flavor Profile

The Illusione Fume D'Amour Concepcions is a medium-bodied cigar where the blend's unique complexity is concentrated. The flavor profile is dominated by a blast of baking spices—cinnamon, nutmeg, and clove—with a pronounced earthiness. This spicy core is rounded out by notes of cedar and a clean, lingering sweetness.

Construction

This 5 5/8 x 46 Corona Gorda is meticulously handcrafted with a focus on elegance and precision. The construction uses a stunning Café Rosado wrapper over a blend of selected Nicaraguan tobaccos. Because the Fume D'Amour line contains no Ligero tobacco, the construction relies on the "visus" and "seco" leaves to provide strength and structure. This results in a highly aromatic, medium-bodied cigar with a flawless burn and a gradual, sophisticated unfolding of flavors.

Pairing Suggestion

This unique cigar (no Ligero, rich, nutty "cashew" flavor, nougat sweetness, baking spices) is best paired with a spirit that highlights its nutty, sweet core. A creamy, vanilla-forward Bourbon or a smooth, aged XO Rum will be an excellent match. A nutty, sweet Amaretto Liqueur or a simple Black Coffee will accentuate the cashew and nougat notes.