PDR 1878 Santiago Natural Shade-Grown Churchill

The PDR 1878 Santiago Natural Shade Grown Churchill is an elegant premium cigar for connoisseurs who appreciate a mild to medium-bodied smoking experience with subtle spice and well-balanced aromas. The classic Churchill format lends this cigar a calm, stylish presence and allows plenty of scope for the flavours to develop at a leisurely pace. Right from the moment it is lit, the cigar reveals its pleasant, approachable side: smooth, harmonious and with precisely the balance that makes it an excellent choice for moments of pure enjoyment. Anyone looking for a longer cigar with a refined character and a very pleasant smoking experience will find this a particularly well-rounded vitola.

Shade-grown character with a Dominican touch

The particular appeal of this range lies in the silky Ecuador Connecticut Shade wrapper, which lends the cigar its mild, slightly sweet and elegant character. Beneath this, a Dominican Criollo 98 binder, combined with Dominican Criollo 98 Seco and Ligero tobaccos, provides structure, subtle spice and a pleasantly balanced depth. This blend makes the Churchill a cigar that, whilst remaining medium-bodied enough for experienced aficionados, never feels heavy or overpowering. It is precisely the longer format that brings out this harmony particularly well.

Delicate aromas of wood, coffee and hay

In terms of flavour, the cigar is very approachable yet delightfully nuanced. At the forefront are light woody notes, gentle herbal undertones and a hint of hay, which lend the smoke a fresh, natural elegance. These are complemented by mildly roasted coffee, almonds and a subtle sweetness, which give the flavour profile a soft and rounded character. As it develops, the cigar remains pleasantly balanced, without any harsh edges or excessive strength. It is precisely this interplay of mild spice, delicate sweetness and a creamy texture that makes the Churchill a particularly pleasant and stylish smoke.

Ideal for relaxed moments of indulgence

The classic Churchill format is ideal for quiet moments when a cigar is given time to unfold its flavours in complete tranquillity. The PDR 1878 Santiago Natural Shade Grown Churchill offers a substantial smoking experience, a harmonious development and a profile that appeals to both discerning beginners and experienced connoisseurs. It pairs excellently with a coffee, lighter spirits or simply a relaxing moment in the evening. This makes it a very successful choice for anyone looking for a smooth, authentic and tastefully balanced long smoke.

Tasting Report

Cigar exterior: light brown , silky, elegant, finely veined
Cigar interior: neatly rolled, evenly filled
Smoke: creamy , slightly sweet, medium smoke volume
Flavour: Light woody notes, herbs and a hint of hay characterise the opening. These are complemented by mildly roasted coffee, almonds and a subtle sweetness. Overall, the flavour profile is smooth, balanced and pleasantly medium-bodied.
Burn: mostly even, steady and with good draw.