CAO Flathead V23

Long a favorite of American muscle car, biker, and auto enthusiasts, the CAO Flathead cigar line has become a staple in humidors, notably claiming Cigar Aficionado's No. 3 Cigar of the Year spot in 2015.

In recent years, the brand has begun rolling out special editions under the Flathead banner, often being released in a single size and unique tobacco blend. This is the case with the CAO Flathead V23, which has been rolled to coincide with the 100th anniversary of Le Mans—a 24-hour endurance race held in France. More specifically, the Flathead V23 cigar pays tribute to Ford's iconic GT40 MK1 car, which won the race consecutively from 1966-1969. As such, the cigar has been rolled in a single 6 x 60 box-pressed gordo—a size that goes by the name MK1 660.

Though fuller in body, the CAO Flathead V23 also touts its dexterity and finesse, which is accomplished through a wide range of tobaccos from three countries. This includes fillers of Brazilian Mata Fina, Honduras (viso from Jamastran), and Nicaragua (viso from Jalapa and ligero from Estelí). This robust combo is bound in a Nicaraguan Habano leaf and finalized with a plush wrapper from the Jamastran region of Honduras. All told, it's a medium-full experience, lingering long on the palate with flavors of mineral-rich soil, rain-soaked hardwoods, roasted nuts, and dried raisin sweetness through the finish.

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