Crux Du Connoisseur No. 4

The Leaf

• Country of Origin: Nicaragua

• Wrapper: Nicaraguan Habano

• Binder: Nicaraguan

• Filler: Nicaraguan

• Size: 5 3/8 x 46 (No. 4)

• Body: Medium

• Strength: Medium

• Personal Rating: 8.5 / 10 – A Tale Worthy Smoke!

• If you like this, you might also like: Warped La Colmena, Cavalier Genève White Series, Foundation Charter Oak Habano.

What We Do Here

The beauty of cigars isn’t just in the smoke...it’s in the ritual, the memory, the lore. Each review starts with the basics: how it smokes, how it tastes, whether it’s worth lighting up again or buying a box. Then, for those chasing the full story, we peel back the layers, deeper notes, subtleties, and the craft behind the leaf. At the end, we leave you with a little folklore to match the mood. Because around here, the smoke always carries a story.

Casual Take

This cigar feels fancy right away. It’s slim and smells kind of sweet before you light it. Once you get it going, the smoke is smooth and easy to enjoy. You might taste something like chocolate or dried fruit, with a little bit of wood or spice here and there. It’s not strong or harsh, and it burns really well without needing much attention. If you're still figuring out what you like in cigars, this is a good one to try. It's got just enough flavor to feel interesting, but it won’t overwhelm you.

Deep Burn

The first third opens up with a note of dried fruit (maybe prunes?) sweetness that quickly blends with dark chocolate and soft baking spices. There's an undercurrent of cinnamon and nutmeg that lightly dances across the tongue, adding just enough spice to keep things lively. The draw is smooth, the burn is sharp, and the smoke is silky and satisfying.

Midway through, the flavor deepens. A rich cedar backbone carries everything forward while floral undertones and hints of raisin peek in and out. The retrohale adds more dimension, offering a soft peppery lift that never overwhelms. Construction is impressive and steady all the way through.

In the final third, the dark chocolate grows more pronounced while the spice fades slightly, letting that subtle sweetness rise again alongside toasted wood and dry baking cocoa. It ends gracefully, without harshness, and leaves a lasting impression that’s both classic and quietly modern.

The Heart of the Leaf

The Crux Du Connoisseur is a great example of a cigar that doesn’t need to try too hard. It’s smooth but intricate, elegant without being boring. There’s a natural rhythm to how it smokes, never forcing transitions but letting each flavor fall into place. If you enjoy medium bodied cigars with a blend of traditional notes and modern finesse, this one is worth picking up. It earns its 8.5 "A Tale Worthy Smoke" rating with confidence and grace.

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The Lore

Some stories unfold with thunder. Others slip in like the last rays of dusk and stay with you far longer. In Japan’s folklore, there’s a spirit called the zashiki-warashi, a silent childlike presence that lives in quiet homes, bringing good luck to those who notice them and misfortune to those who ignore their subtle signs. These spirits don’t scream. They don’t curse. They gently open sliding doors, shift shadows across tatami mats, and leave small footprints on the clean floor. Smoking the Crux Du Connoisseur feels like that. It’s not a bold voice in the dark. It’s a soft breath on the back of your neck. A story told in glances. A sense that something refined, something old and watching, is in the room with you. Not to alarm, but to accompany.

Next time the smoke curls into the stillness around you, don’t rush it. Listen closer. You might find there’s a presence in the room. And it’s smiling.

The cigars in this review were purchased by me

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