History and development of Juan LĂłpez
The Juan LĂłpez brand, renowned for its exclusive use of tobacco leaves from Cuba's La Vuelta Abajo region, holds an appreciable place among cigar brands. Founded in 1876, the brand enjoyed a rapid rise in the Cuban cigar world before the post-revolutionary decline, followed by a revival in the 1990s with the introduction of the SelecciĂłn No. 1 and SelecciĂłn No. 2 vitolas.
This renaissance has enabled Juan LĂłpez to once again captivate a more diverse audience. Despite being classified as Media Bajo, the brand's cigars remain prized by enthusiasts and offer a tasting experience representative of Cuban heritage.
Characteristics of Juan LĂłpez cigars
Juan LĂłpez's torcedores, or cigar rollers, practice time-honored skills, handcrafting each piece. These long-filler cigars are particularly suited to palates seeking the mild, authentic flavor typical of light-bodied Cuban cigars.
The deliberately limited production contributes to the rarity of the products and reinforces their popularity on the market. As a result, Juan LĂłpez vitolas are renowned for their distinctive quality and limited availability.
Catalog and modules
Juan LĂłpez specialization encompasses four main modules: the Petit Corona format is embodied by the Juan LĂłpez Petit Coronas, while the robust SelecciĂłn No. 1 represents the Robusto module. The SelecciĂłn No. 2 is positioned as a Corona Gorda, and the Panatella module is represented by the Juan LĂłpez Panetelas Superbas.
Each of these modules pays homage to the cigar tradition, while providing variations in taste and size to accommodate the personal preferences of each cigar enthusiast.
Vuelta Abajo premium tobacco
The Vuelta Abajo region is famous for its mineral-rich soil and ideal climate for growing tobacco, with optimal sunshine and humidity levels conducive to plant development. These geographical conditions are essential to the production of the high-quality tobacco that characterizes Juan LĂłpez cigars.
A blend of tobaccos from this terroir gives the brand's creations a flavor profile appreciated for its depth and character, representative of Cuban superiority.
Tasting experience
The process of tasting a Juan LĂłpez cigar reveals notes of coppery wood, nuances of leather and a slight hint of spice, with a complex evolution as the cigar burns. Smoking offers a pleasant progression for novices and experienced enthusiasts alike.
Consistency between the different ranges ensures that the experience continues without any surprising discrepancies, enabling a uniform appreciation of Juan LĂłpez quality.
