After years in the making, the cigar that pays tribute to the iconic masterpiece of the same name – “A Bronx Tale” – is finally about to hit the shelves of humidors across the country. Made in collaboration with Pauly DiSilvio of La Casa Grande Tobacco Company in the Bronx, Dean Parsons of Epic Cigars, and Chazz Palminteri this is a cigar this is sure to please.
We’ve all heard of A Bronx Tale, a once critically acclaimed play turned movie classic and musical, written and created by Chazz Palminteri. The grandson of immigrants, Mr. Palminteri has dedicated this cigar to his grandfather, Calogero, and to all hardworking families who came to the United States to establish a better life. A Bronx Tale is a culturally significant classic with a huge impact on popular culture. In the film, we see a young boy who grows up in the Bronx, torn between the values of his hardworking father and the allure of the local mob boss. The play and film explores themes of loyalty, family, and the struggle to find one’s identity in a changing world.
Also from the Bronx, La Casa Grande Tobacco Company is known for its premium cigars, which are handmade in their Bronx factory and sold in the company’s retail shop. DiSilvio teamed up with Dean Parsons of Epic Cigars and Zander-Greg Imports to bring Palminteri’s long time desire to have a cigar carrying the iconic name and matching its story.
Pauly DiSilvio stated:
“We have been aging these for 3 years and it’s finally time. Distributed by Epic Cigars and blended by me Pauly DiSilvio , this is one of the greatest accomplishments by yours truly. Join the many in The Cigar industry and celebrity guest as we party with Chazz and Friends.”
The trio describe the cigar as a medium to full, box-pressed Toro (6 x 54). The blend is described as:
- Wrapper – Cuban seed Ecuador Habano
- Binder – Dominican
- Filler – Dominican and Nicaraguan
Chazz Palminteri will celebrate the launch of his cigar on June 28, 2023 in Little Italy in the Bronx, NY at the La Casa Grande cigar shop inside the world famous Arthur Avenue Market. The private party is limited to ticketed guests and will feature food, drinks and a box of A Bronx Tale for each attendee.
If you would like to attend the event, you can purchase tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.com/…/a-bronx-tale-cigar-debut… Each ticket includes:
- Entrance into our vip area of the event with interaction with our guests,
- 1 of the 100 boxes signed
- Amazing passed foods and desserts
- All you can drink
A Bronx Tale Cigar is Coming to PCA 2023
On July 8th and 9th. Mr. Palminteri will debut his cigar to all retailers and attendees present at PCA 2023 in Las Vegas at the Zander-Greg booth (#7079). Boxes are immediately available for purchase on those dates, purchasers will have a chance to meet Chazz Palminteri and receive a signed poster.
That is great! Any plans on making a 60 ring?
Reach out to Pauly or Epic Cigars (Dean Parsons) they may be able to answer that, but for now it is just the one size..