Alfonso Extra Añejo No. 4

Alfonso Extra Añejo No. 4 (6 3/4 x 56)

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. 4 (6 3/4 x 56)
• Origin: Costa Rica 
• Wrapper: Ecuador Connecticut
• Binder: Ecuador 
• Filler: Nicaragua and Peru
• Strength: Mild to Medium (with rich flavor)
• 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 hints of peanut, berry-like sweetness, and touches of black pepper that provide definition, especially on the retrohale. The 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 the 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: connoisseurs seeking a luxury cigar with a mild to medium profile, but with plenty of flavor, a creamy texture, and a complexity marked by its long aging.