Size and Shape: 6 ⅛ x 52 box-pressed torpedo. Wrapper: Nicaraguan Habano-seed from the Jalapa region, aged for two years. It's described as oily and reddish-brown. Binder: Nicaraguan. Filler: Nicaraguan tobaccos from Estelí, Condega, and Jalapa, aged in a process called "tercios" (wrapped in palm bark). Origin: Handcrafted in the Dominican Republic at EP Carrillo's Tabacalera La Alianza. Flavor profile and strength Strength: Medium to full-bodied. Flavors: Notes of rich earth, sweetness, baking spice, cedar, and cocoa powder. Reviewers also mention black tea, sweet cream, leather, citrus, and caramel. Draw and Burn: Generally described as having a smooth draw and even burn, though some reviews note occasional construction issues. Recognition Award-Winning: The EP Carrillo Encore Majestic, a size within the Encore line, was named Cigar Aficionado's #1 Cigar of the Year in 2018 with a 96 rating. The Encore Valientes itself also received a 90-point rating from Cigar Aficionado.