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Arturo Fuente OpusX Forbidden X with Hennessy XO

XO cognac gives Forbidden X a velvet counterweight for its aged spice, leather, and cocoa.

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Cigar

Arturo Fuente

OpusX Forbidden X / Deseos d'Amor

Country
Dominican Republic
Strength
Full
Wrapper
Dominican Rosado
Size
6.1" x 55

Spirit

Hennessy

XO

Category
Brandy
Type
Cognac
Region
Cognac
Proof
80 proof

Why It Works

Mature fruit and oak round the cigar's rarefied intensity. The match keeps the profile luxurious without forcing smoke or proof into the foreground.

Tasting Notes

  • soft leather
  • cocoa fruit
  • long oak
cognacleathercocoaspice

Occasion

Mood
Special reserve
Best time
Late evening
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