The Espinosa Habano represents Erik Espinosa's debut cigar from his La Zona factory in Esteli, Nicaragua, launched in 2012. The line underwent a complete re-brand and re-blend in 2015, and since then has scored continuous 90+ ratings by Cigar Aficionado Magazine. This medium to full-bodied cigar features a complex flavor profile with hearty Nicaraguan tobaccos wrapped in a lush Ecuador Habano wrapper. The smoke is driven by a persistent leathery core framed by vanilla, baking spices and brown sugar. Crafted at Erik Espinosa's La Zona factory in Nicaragua, the owner and blender felt that the original Habano line was lacking and needed a complete re-blend. As Erik Espinosa stated, "The Espinosa Habano was my first cigar after going out on my own and the first cigar made at my new factory. I wanted a cigar that would hit right in the middle of the flavor spectrum". Erik Espinosa's 20+ years in the business shows signs of his refined skill at blending, becoming a household name in the boutique cigar making world. The line features reduced ring gauges in order to taste more of the rich Habano wrapper. The revamped version offers excellent flavor profile from beginning to end, with enough complexity to keep interest all the way through. The price point is at the low end of the "sweet spot," making it an excellent value.