Origin: Made in the Dominican Republic at Tabacalera La Alianza, but uses Nicaraguan tobacco for wrapper, binder, and filler. Size: Toro shape, measuring 6 ⅛ inches in length with a 50 ring gauge. Strength: Medium to full-bodied. Flavor Profile: Features notes of rich earth, sweetness, baking spice, and cedar, with hints of cocoa powder and nutty flavors. It's described as complex, well-balanced, and smooth, with a creamy finish and a long, lingering aftertaste. Some reviewers mention a sweet woody base with hints of caramel, spice, and nuttiness. Wrapper: Colorado (medium brown) Aging Process: Two years of aging in "tercios" (palm tree bark bales). Accolades The EP Carrillo Encore Celestial has received high praise, including being awarded the #1 cigar of the year in 2018 and the #3 cigar in 2024 by Cigar Aficionado, receiving a 96-point rating.