PDR 1878 Santiago Sun Grown Churchill

The PDR 1878 Santiago Sun Grown Churchill is an elegant premium cigar for connoisseurs who appreciate a classic long format with a balanced spiciness, a creamy smoke and a harmonious development. Thanks to the generous Churchill format, the smoking experience is calm, stylish and pleasantly leisurely. Right from the very first puffs, it is clear that this cigar does not rely on raw strength, but rather on a finely balanced interplay of spice, creaminess and subtle sweetness. This makes it ideal for anyone looking for a medium-strength Dominican cigar with character that is perfectly suited to everyday enjoyment.

Sun-grown character with a Dominican signature

The particular appeal of this range lies in the Ecuadorian Sun Grown Claro wrapper, which gives the cigar its lively spice and warm, bronze-brown appearance. Beneath this lies a Dominican Criollo 98 binder and Dominican Corojo tobaccos in the filler, creating a balanced blend with a clear structure. The Churchill format in particular complements this style beautifully, as the flavours do not become overpowering but are allowed to unfold at their own pace.

Spice, pepper, cream and leather

In terms of flavour, the PDR 1878 Santiago Sun Grown Churchill is medium-bodied and pleasantly complex. Spicy and peppery notes take centre stage, lending the smoking experience vibrancy and definition. These are complemented by creamy, almost velvety undertones, which make the cigar seem softer and rounder. As the smoke progresses, leather, wood and a subtle sweetness emerge, adding further depth to the profile. The result is a smoke that possesses character, yet remains harmonious and controlled throughout.

Churchill pleasure for moments of relaxation

With its classic format, this cigar offers plenty of scope for a relaxed, even smoking experience. It is ideal for quiet moments of enjoyment in the evening or for longer breaks when you have a little more time. Anyone looking for a spicy, creamy and well-balanced Churchill of Dominican origin will find this a very successful choice, combining a classic format with modern harmony.

Tasting Report

Cigar exterior: bronze-brown , silky, slightly oily
Cigar interior: neatly rolled, evenly filled
Smoke: creamy , slightly sweet, medium to high smoke volume
Flavour: Spices and pepper open the smoke. These are followed by cream, leather, wood and a subtle sweetness, partly accompanied by notes of grass and caramel. Overall, the flavour profile is medium-bodied, lively and very harmonious.
Burn: mostly even, steady and with a strong draw.