Caldwell Anastasia Kartel 2022

Caldwell Anastasia 2022 is one of Robert Caldwell’s most sought-after boutique editions – recognisable by its yellow extra band and designed for anyone seeking an opulent ‘flavour package’. The series is strictly limited, hand-rolled in the Dominican Republic and features a Habano wrapper; the exact blend components are deliberately kept secret. That is precisely what makes it so appealing: rich aroma, meticulous craftsmanship and a smoking experience that constantly reveals new nuances, ranging from sweet and spicy to creamy and chocolatey.

Three sizes – one luxurious style

The 2022 edition comes in three popular sizes, which share the same characterful core but offer different profiles:
– Igor 2022 (Panetela) is slender and elegant – this makes the spice seem more focused and the flavours appear ‘more precise’.
– Kartel 2022 (Robusto) is the all-rounder with a dense texture, creamy smoke and a very balanced development.
– Opera 2022 (Toro Extra) gives the blend the most stage time: more time, more volume, more layers – ideal for a long evening.

Flavour profile: sweet and spicy, then creamy and chocolatey

Typical of the Anastasia 2022 is the sweet, earthy opening with spicy notes reminiscent of cloves and aniseed, accompanied by hints of vanilla. As it develops, the flavours open up to reveal notes of chocolate, leather and oak, accompanied by caramel, cinnamon and a hint of fruit and cream. Overall, the smoke is creamy with a medium smoke volume – aromatic and present, but not harsh.

Limited edition for collectors and connoisseurs

The Caldwell Anastasia 2022 is produced in very small quantities (only a limited number of boxes per size), making it particularly attractive both for collectors and as a gift. If you’re looking for a cigar range that is ‘modern, rich and exciting’ yet remains harmonious, this edition is a perfect match – whether short and concentrated (Igor), classically balanced (Kartel) or long-lasting and opulent (Opera).

Tasting Report

Cigar exterior: Oily wrapper, yellow extra band
Cigar interior: Medium roll, good draw
Smoke: Sweet , creamy, medium volume
Flavour: Earth , vanilla, clove/aniseed; followed by chocolate, leather, oak, caramel, cinnamon, fruit & cream
Burn: Good burn, mostly stable