The Illusione Epernay is a lighter alternative to the core line that contains no ligero in the blend, with its name being a Champagne reference meant to signal the cigar's balance, elegance and effervescence. Originally debuted in 2008 through the European Cigar Cult Journal 15th anniversary limited release, the Epernay blend treats the palate to hints of coffee and honey, further enhanced through the olfactory with floral notes, and a creamy finish. From the start, this cigar produces a medium bodied profile that does a decent job of coating the palate, with a European profile in mind that is smooth, without the heavy strength that the American market has been force-fed over the years, making it flavorful, smooth and elegant. Crafted by Dion Giolito, Epernays are made in Honduras at the Raices Cubanas factory, but consist only of Nicaraguan tobacco. The blend features perfectly-aged Nicaraguan Criollo and Corojo tobaccos exquisitely wrapped in a superior-grade Nicaraguan Café Rosado wrapper. Since then, Epernay has garnered the most consistent and highest ratings amongst all cigars in the industry, with sizes such as Le Taureau, Le Ferme and the 10th Anniversary D'Aosta appearing on Cigar Aficionado's Top 25 lists. These box pressed cigars are rolled to perfection with an evenly colored wrapper that is as pristine as any seen. One of the striking characteristics is that the first few puffs dive right in and produce the flavor and body that remains consistent throughout, with no warm-up time needed. The smoking experience delivers a dry and dusty wood flavor on the surface, with an interesting tea flavor on the palate and clean, crisp spiciness through the sinus, making it an exceptional choice for discerning enthusiasts who appreciate complexity without overwhelming strength.

The Illusione Epernay is a lighter alternative to the core line that contains no ligero in the blend, with its name being a Champagne reference meant to signal the cigar's balance, elegance and effervescence. Originally debuted in 2008 through the European Cigar Cult Journal 15th anniversary limited release, the Epernay blend treats the palate to hints of coffee and honey, further enhanced through the olfactory with floral notes, and a creamy finish. From the start, this cigar produces a medium bodied profile that does a decent job of coating the palate, with a European profile in mind that is smooth, without the heavy strength that the American market has been force-fed over the years, making it flavorful, smooth and elegant. Crafted by Dion Giolito, Epernays are made in Honduras at the Raices Cubanas factory, but consist only of Nicaraguan tobacco. The blend features perfectly-aged Nicaraguan Criollo and Corojo tobaccos exquisitely wrapped in a superior-grade Nicaraguan Café Rosado wrapper. Since then, Epernay has garnered the most consistent and highest ratings amongst all cigars in the industry, with sizes such as Le Taureau, Le Ferme and the 10th Anniversary D'Aosta appearing on Cigar Aficionado's Top 25 lists. These box pressed cigars are rolled to perfection with an evenly colored wrapper that is as pristine as any seen. One of the striking characteristics is that the first few puffs dive right in and produce the flavor and body that remains consistent throughout, with no warm-up time needed. The smoking experience delivers a dry and dusty wood flavor on the surface, with an interesting tea flavor on the palate and clean, crisp spiciness through the sinus, making it an exceptional choice for discerning enthusiasts who appreciate complexity without overwhelming strength.