The Perez-Carrillo Endure Corona Gorda cigar brings together two families with deep roots in premium tobacco: the Carrillos and the Meerapfels. Introduced as part of the Perez-Carrillo Premier Collection, Endure marked the first time Casa Carrillo used a Cameroon wrapper in one of its blends. The 6″ x 46 Corona Gorda offers a slimmer take on the line, which was created to celebrate the lasting influence and craftsmanship of both families.
At the center of Endure cigar is an authentic Meerapfel-grown Cameroon wrapper surrounding an entirely Nicaraguan interior. The blend uses Habano and Criollo ’98 binders alongside fillers that include Condega seco, Estelí viso, and ligero from Jalapa and Condega. Handmade at the Casa Carrillo factory in the Dominican Republic, the combination allows the aromatic Cameroon leaf to remain prominent while the Nicaraguan tobaccos provide depth and structure.
What does the Perez-Carrillo Endure Corona Gorda cigar taste like?
Expect a medium-bodied profile with natural sweetness, floral character, and warm baking spice leading the way. Cedar and toasted nuts develop through the smoke, while touches of pepper and earthy Nicaraguan tobacco add contrast beneath the sweeter Cameroon character. The slimmer Corona Gorda format keeps the wrapper influence front and center, finishing with lingering spice, nuttiness, and a gentle sweetness.
