The original La Aurora Hors d’Age is a real treat, if you haven’t tried it. It’s a testament to the length of time it takes to create a truly artisanal blend. Featuring an Ecuadorian Sumatra wrapper, and mixed fillers from Columbia, Nicaragua, and the Dominican Republic, it’s full-bodied and delicious. When I had a chance to try a couple, I jumped on it and boy, am I glad I did. They are a masterclass in tobacco crafting. The Hors d’Age is full of flavor, nuance and what we all love — a truly unique experience.
“As a result [of the aging], we named it Hors d’Age which is taken from the French cognac designation, literally translating to ‘beyond age.'”
Well, the brand just announced the 2025 release of the label with the La Aurora Preferidos Hors ‘dAge 2024 LE. Coming during PCA 2025 in April, it will be formally available to retailers at the event. It should show up on store and lounge shelves shortly after.
“From seed to cigar, the journey for this release began 12 years ago.”
Twelve years is indeed a long time. It’s both a well-balanced and vintage blend that includes extra-aged tobacco. That is what helps achieve an ultra-smooth experience even out of a medium to full-bodied smoke.
“As a result [of the aging], we named it Hors d’Age which is taken from the French cognac designation, literally translating to ‘beyond age.’ And just as Hors d’Age cognac is arguably some of the highest quality cognac in the world due to its age, we set out to create an annual release that was also of the highest quality, thanks to expert aging and blending.”
Time and world class tobacco. Those are the two main ingredients of the Hors d’Age line, beginning with its original conception. They age each tobacco leaf in the blend for twelve years.
In line with the original, La Aurora describes some of the savory flavor notes you’ll get when smoking this blend. The Hors d’Age 2024 LE is rolled in a Toro size, 5.75 by 54, and available in boxes of 15.
Hors d’Age 2024’s complex blend becomes a harmonized beauty filled with spicy notes complemented by delicate flavors. While the presence of wood is evident throughout the entire smoke, it is enriched by nuances of cinnamon, nuts, and even citrus in the finish. Its aromatic, rich smoke is characterized by its delicate touches of roasted coffee that prove to be the height of a demanding smoke.
If you’re like me and can’t wait to get your hands on it, we don’t have long to wait. Again, it will debut at PCA 2025 from April 11 to 14 in New Orleans. Then it should be available through retailers shortly after. Prices are expected to be $450 per box of 15 or about $30 per cigar. It is an extremely limited release, with only 700 boxes allocated to the U.S. market. La Aurora expects it to sell out fast.
Briley has over 16 years in the publishing and content marketing business. He's been writing about cigars for nearly half that in various forms. What makes him a tour de force is he also smokes them.
Source: La Aurora
