{"product_id":"e-p-carrillo-endure-corona-gorda","title":"E.P. Carrillo Endure Corona Gorda","description":"\u003ch2\u003eE.P. Carrillo Endure Corona Gorda\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eE.P. Carrillo Endure Corona Gorda\u003c\/strong\u003e is a refined \u003cstrong\u003e6 x 46\u003c\/strong\u003e expression of the Endure line, showcasing a prized \u003cstrong\u003egenuine Meerapfel Cameroon wrapper\u003c\/strong\u003e over a core of \u003cstrong\u003eNicaraguan binder and filler tobaccos\u003c\/strong\u003e. Handmade at the \u003cstrong\u003eCasa Carrillo factory in the Dominican Republic\u003c\/strong\u003e, this Corona Gorda uses a rounded press and a relatively slender ring gauge that places greater emphasis on the aromatic character of its exceptional Cameroon wrapper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEndure represents a meeting of two important cigar legacies: the \u003cstrong\u003ePerez-Carrillo family\u003c\/strong\u003e and the \u003cstrong\u003eMeerapfel family\u003c\/strong\u003e, whose work has been instrumental in preserving authentic Cameroon wrapper tobacco. The result is a medium-bodied cigar with an elegant balance of sweetness, spice, wood, cocoa, coffee and aromatic complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCigar Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e E.P. Carrillo \/ Casa Carrillo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLine:\u003c\/strong\u003e Endure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVitola:\u003c\/strong\u003e Corona Gorda\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6 x 46\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShape:\u003c\/strong\u003e Corona Gorda\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePress:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rounded Press\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dominican Republic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFactory:\u003c\/strong\u003e Casa Carrillo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWrapper:\u003c\/strong\u003e Genuine Meerapfel Cameroon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBinder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nicaragua\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFiller:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nicaragua\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStrength:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Handmade Premium Long Filler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBox Count:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 Cigars\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlavor Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eEndure Corona Gorda\u003c\/strong\u003e highlights the naturally sweet, spicy and aromatic qualities associated with genuine Cameroon tobacco. The profile opens with woody and peppery characteristics before developing layers of \u003cstrong\u003ecocoa, coffee, vanilla, nuts and dark fruit\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the cigar progresses, expect additional impressions of \u003cstrong\u003ecedar, baking spices, toast, hazelnut and natural sweetness\u003c\/strong\u003e, supported by the deeper earthy character of its Nicaraguan binder and filler. Its 46-ring-gauge format gives the Cameroon wrapper a prominent role throughout the smoking experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGenuine Meerapfel Cameroon Wrapper\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the heart of Endure is its \u003cstrong\u003eMeerapfel Cameroon wrapper\u003c\/strong\u003e. The project marked Ernesto Perez-Carrillo's return to working with Cameroon tobacco after decades away from the leaf, making the wrapper an essential part of both the blend and the story behind Endure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe naturally aromatic African leaf is paired exclusively with \u003cstrong\u003eNicaraguan binder and filler tobaccos\u003c\/strong\u003e, creating a combination of Cameroon sweetness and spice with the depth and structure of Nicaraguan tobacco.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCorona Gorda – 6 x 46\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntroduced after the original Endure Robusto and Toro, the \u003cstrong\u003eCorona Gorda measures 6 inches by 46 ring gauge\u003c\/strong\u003e. Its narrower proportions increase the wrapper-to-filler ratio, making it an especially interesting vitola for smokers who want to experience the distinctive character of the Meerapfel Cameroon leaf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach \u003cstrong\u003eE.P. 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The Endure collection celebrates perseverance, heritage and the relationship between the Perez-Carrillo and Meerapfel families, combining genuine Cameroon wrapper tobacco with carefully selected Nicaraguan tobaccos and Casa Carrillo's Dominican craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Casa Carrillo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48249906888902,"sku":"811167023050","price":115.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0682\/2707\/2198\/files\/E.P._Carrillo_Endure_Corona_Gorda.png?v=1791233711","url":"https:\/\/cigarsisland.com\/products\/e-p-carrillo-endure-corona-gorda","provider":"Cigars Island by Entre Humos LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}