The third of CAO's FASA cigars, after the complexity of the Sol and the weight of the Noche. Sombra is the shade-grown expression, and the gentlest of the three.
Top-tier shade leaf gives it a soft, creamy character with cedar and a light sweetness underneath. Approachable enough for someone new to premium cigars, detailed enough that experienced smokers do not get bored. Toro and gigante.
Wrapper: Shade grown
Binder: Nicaraguan
Filler: Nicaraguan long-filler
Strength: Mild to medium
Sizes: Toro (6.0" x 50), Gigante (6.0" x 60)
Start with the toro. The gigante is generous but the toro is better balanced.