At the 2025 PCA, Luciano Cigars, part of the Constella Group, introduced a new cigar known as the Machinist to honor the men and women who keep our world running. The Machinist is inspired by the life and legacy of Jack Beaver, the grandfather of Josh Beaver, national key account manager for Constella USA. The company Read more about Cigar Review: Luciano Cigars The Machinist Toro- Rated 96[…]
Riding the wave of its groundbreaking joint venture announcement, Constella — the purpose-driven premium cigar company — is proud to unveil its newest business partner: Adrian Gonzalez, five-time MLB All-Star, Golden Glove winner, Olympian, and accomplished entrepreneur. To mark this defining moment, Constella is also launching the first cigar in a bold new line: “The Read more about Cigar News: Constella Reveals MLB Champion Adrian Gonzalez as Newest Business Partner — Launches ‘Resilience’ Cigar to Celebrate the Spirit That Defines Champions[…]
In a significant step toward reshaping the global premium cigar industry, Luciano Cigars and Empresa Madeirense de Tabacos SA (EMT)—controller of Europe’s oldest active tobacco company, Fábrica de Tabacos Estrela (FTE)—have joined forces to form Constella Group, an international alliance grounded in shared values, strategic alignment, and long-term vision. After more than 18 months of Read more about Cigar News: Constella Group Unveiled: Luciano & EMT Announce Global Alliance and Will Debut ÉLEVÉ Limited Edition at PCA 2025[…]
Luciano Cigars has announced the launch of Chicos, a new size of the acclaimed UNDERRATED by Luciano Cigars. Expressed in a (4 x 40) vitola the Chicos is tailored for brisk winter outings and those seeking a high-quality, quick smoke. Designed with the same attention to detail and superior blend as our flagship offerings, Chicos Read more about Cigar News: Luciano Cigars Introduces the Underrated “Chicos”[…]
Introduced to the market in early 2024, the Luciano Cigars UNDERRATED cigar is an homage to Basketball legend – Ron Harper. This is not just a celebrity cigar, but rather a cigar that was blended in collaboration with Harper himself. “Underrated” cigars and Harper’s collaboration is a testament to the beauty of discovery and the Read more about Cigar Review: Luciano Cigars UNDERRATED Toro Especial – Rated 92[…]
Following the remarkable success of the “Underrated” cigar line, Luciano Cigars is thrilled to announce the launch of a new size: “Summer Breeze,” a Gordo 6 x 60. This addition continues the tradition of excellence and innovation that cigar aficionados have come to expect from Luciano Cigars. The “Summer Breeze” encapsulates the full expression of Read more about Cigar News: Luciano Cigars Extends Underrated Cigars with “Summer Breeze”[…]
In an era where the expected often garners attention, there exists a realm where the underrated thrives, revealing its profound depth when least expected. A month ago, the cigar industry witnessed the birth of “Underrated,” a brand that quietly made its way into the hands of aficionados, leaving a lasting impression.. Today, we pull back Read more about Cigar News: Unveiling the Essence of Mastery: “Underrated” Cigars and the Legend Ron Harper at PCA’24[…]
In a groundbreaking advancement of their esteemed partnership, Luciano and John Laurendi are thrilled to unveil “EMERGENCE,” a cigar that promises an exclusive journey into genuine luxury, at PCA2024. Luciano Meirelles – President of Luciano Cigars and Co-Owner of Peter James Cigar Co note: “Genuine luxury transcends the mere acquisition of high-priced items and ventures Read more about Cigar News: Luciano Cigars & Peter James Announce “EMERGENCE” for PCA ’24[…]
Luciano Cigars is thrilled to announce the launch of the Fiat Lux Limited Edition ‘Tenebrus,’ a testament to our new strategic manufacturing partnership with Plasencia’s factory-Tabacos de Oriente, where the celebrated Fiat Lux line is now being crafted. The introduction of TENEBRUS marks a pivotal moment celebrating a shared commitment to excellence in cigar manufacturing. Read more about Cigar News: Luciano Cigars Unveils Fiat Lux Limited Edition ‘Tenebrus’ and Manufacturing Collaboration with Plasencia’s Tabacos de Oriente[…]
One of the newest cigar blends to come out of Luciano Cigars in 2023 was a collaboration between Luciano Meirelles and Linxu “Panda” Yan who left China at the age of 16 and ended in the United States and eventually Estelí, Nicaragua with Luciano Cigars in pursuit of a career in the premium cigar industry. Read more about Cigar Review: Luciano Cigars YPANDA Toro – Rated 93[…]
Today I offer the final set of candidates for the Stogie Press top cigars of 2023. As is the case every year, Stogie Press has three lists – one for large companies, one for medium companies and one for small companies. If you ask me how I decide the difference between large, medium, and small Read more about 2023 Cigar of the Year Candidates – Part 4[…]
Well here we are, another year has gone by and hundreds of cigars have been sampled. Some I’ve reviewed and enjoyed and some have never made it past the halfway mark before they were left to die in the ash bin. But, as is the case every year, there are those which I reviewed that Read more about 2023 Cigar of the Year Candidates – Part 1[…]
By creating the unexpected from the overlooked, Luciano Cigars provides customers with an experience beyond the ordinary: Underrated. Delightfully sweet and bold, Underrated is not just a cigar, but a statement. Constructed with meticulous care and intent, this cigar is the ethos of Luciano Cigars. Underrated showcases a remarkable fusion of premium leaves and innovative Read more about Cigar News: Luciano Cigars Introduces the Underrated Cigar[…]
At this years PCA Trade Show, Luciano Cigars and Dalay Zigarren announced a new partnership between the two companies for the exclusive distribution of Dalay products by Luciano Cigars in the United States. The two companies have worked together for nearly five years, with Dalay being the sole distributor of Luciano Cigars in Germany. One of the cigars announced Read more about Cigar Review: Dalay Nicaragua Robusto by Luciano Cigars – Rated 95[…]