Casdagli Basilica C#1 Maduro

Casdagli Basilica C#1 Maduro

• Dimensions: 6 × 52 (Toro / Exposed Foot)
• Origin: Dominican Republic (KBF factory)
• Wax: Brazilian Cubra Maduro
• Cigarette drawstrings: Nicaragua, Dominican Republic (double drawstring)
• Eggplant core: Nicaragua, Dominican Republic, Peru, USA
• Master of Roll Making: Hendrik Kelner Jr.

The Basilica C#1 Maduro is the most robust and sweetly deep variant in the series. It retains the signature "Exposed Foot" technique of the C#1, but uses Brazilian Cubara Maduro leaves that have undergone a longer fermentation process at higher temperatures for the wrapper. This deep, chocolate-like wrapper is designed to infuse the already citrusy Basilica blend with a rich caramel and cocoa base. A masterpiece crafted for cigar aficionados seeking intense flavor and richness, it unfolds a sensory evolution from pure tobacco power to intense Maduro sweetness within its 6 x 52 liters.

The initial section (exposed stem): Since the wrapper hasn't yet participated in the burning process in the early stages of ignition, the flavor profile is pure, featuring roasted nuts, cedarwood, and a subtle hint of grains, with a direct and robust strength. This is the best window for tasters to perceive the quality of KBF factory's top-grade filler leaves. Mid-section: When the flame touches the dark Brazilian Cubara Maduro wrapper, the flavors undergo a dramatic transformation. Intense aromas of dark chocolate, espresso, and aged leather burst forth. The double-bundled structure retains the series' characteristic subtle acidity, but it is enveloped by a rich Maduro sweetness, presenting an extremely complex "Black Forest cake" texture. Finish: As we move into the final stages, the flavors shift towards deep molasses, toasted oak, and a warm, spicy black pepper note. The addition of Pennsylvania broadleaf from the US further deepens the earthy notes in the mid-to-late stages. Thanks to Hendrik Kelner Jr.'s exceptional aging technique, even in the very intense later stages, the smoke maintains remarkable smoothness, leaving an exceptionally long-lasting, oily, sweet woody finish.

• The profound expression of the Brazilian Cubara Maduro: This extremely expensive dark leaf gives the cigar a natural caramel sweetness and a rich oily background, which, combined with Peruvian and Nicaraguan leaves, produces an extremely high level of flavor saturation.
• The iconic “exposed stem” ritual: The approximately 1/4-inch exposed stem design not only provides visual contrast, but also allows cigar smokers to experience two distinct flavor dimensions on the same cigar: “pure filler” and “Maduro flavor”.
• Master-level double binder construction: Under the precise tuning of the KBF factory, the two binder blades successfully connect the core strength with the sweetness of the outer shell, ensuring that this heavily blended cigar still has excellent balance and structural stability.
• Ultimate optimization for dark flavors: Compared to the regular C#1, the Maduro version emphasizes the viscosity of the aroma and the length of the finish, making it an ideal choice to pair with aged bourbon whiskey or dark roast coffee.

Casdagli Basilica C#1 Maduro is a magnificent symphony of fermentation depth and sensory intensity. Its profound presence evokes the dignified texture of ancient architecture, presenting you with a captivating and evocative tale of premium tobacco in every tranquil and refined moment.