Churchill

Romeo y Julieta

by Habanos S.A.

About

The Romeo y Julieta Churchill is the cigar that defined the Churchill vitola (7 inches, 47 ring gauge). Named in honor of Sir Winston Churchill, who was famously devoted to Romeo y Julieta cigars. Considered one of the finest long-format cigars available, it provides a complex, evolving experience across its generous length.

Specifications

Model Churchill

Country of Origin Cuba

Year Introduced 1935

Length 178.0 mm

Diameter 18.7 mm

Ring Gauge 47

Weight per Stick 20.00 g

Filter Type None

Strength Medium

Primary Flavor Woody / Earthy

Shape / Vitola Churchill

Wrapper Cuban Colorado Claro

Binder Cuban

Filler Cuban Ligero, Seco

Smoking Time ~90 minutes

Windproof No

Waterproof No

Pack Size 1 units

Flavor Profile

Elegant and balanced: cedar, floral tobacco, cream, a hint of honey, and a clean finish.

✦ Tasting Notes

Elegant, medium body. First third delivers cedar and floral notes. Second third introduces creaminess and a touch of honey. Final third brings a gentle earthiness. Long, clean finish.

📜 History

Romeo y Julieta was founded in Havana in 1875 by Inocencio Álvares. Sir Winston Churchill first encountered the brand during a visit to Cuba in 1946, after which he ordered enormous quantities and smoked them throughout his life. The Churchill vitola (7 x 47) was named in his honor.

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