Alfonso Añejo No. 1

Alfonso Extra Añejo No. 1 (4 x 50)

The Alfonso Extra Añejo No. 1 is an ultra-premium vitola from Selected Tobacco (Nelson Alfonso), crafted in Costa Rica at Tabacos de Costa Rica. This line is distinguished by its meticulous aging process: the brand uses resting rooms with cedar and French oak for a total period of five years to refine its smoothness, balance, and aromatic complexity.

• Vitola: No. 1 (4 x 50)
• Origin: Costa Rica (Tabacos de Costa Rica)
• Wrapper: Ecuador Connecticut
• Binder: Ecuador 
• Filler: Nicaragua and Nicaragua
• Strength: Mild to Medium (with great flavor richness)
• Aging: 5 years (cedar + French oak)

Flavor Profile

The No. 1 offers a creamy, refined, and very balanced smoke. Notes of cream and aromatic cedar stand out, with nuances of peanut, berry-like sweetness, and hints of black pepper that provide definition, especially on the retrohale. Construction is typically solid, with a comfortable draw and even burn.

Reviews and Backlinks

• Halfwheel (Extra Añejo line reference: blend, aging, and context) – View review
• Cigar Coop (review of No. 1 vitola and tasting notes) – View review
• Cigar Aficionado (search for ratings/coverage) – View ratings
• Cigar Dojo (search for reviews/coverage) – View results
• Cigar Snob (search for articles/coverage) – View results

Ideal for: aficionados seeking a luxury cigar with a mild to medium profile, but with plenty of flavor, creamy texture, and a complexity marked by its long aging.