A Connecticut-wrapped cigar with a distinctly Nicaraguan backbone, the Room101 Johnny Tobacconaut Gordo demonstrates that refinement and substantial flavor need not be mutually exclusive. Originally introduced by Matt Booth in 2015 and revived with a new blend in 2023, Johnny Tobacconaut combines anEcuadorian Connecticut Shade wrapper, Mexican binder and Nicaraguan long-filler tobaccos. Handmade atAJ Fernandez's factory in Nicaragua, it reflects Booth's unconventional approach to cigar making while remaining firmly grounded in traditional tobacco craftsmanship.
At6" x 60, the Gordo gives the Nicaraguan filler a generous presence, providing more depth than its pale Connecticut wrapper might suggest. The profile iscreamy and woody, with toasted nuts, gentle spice and a subtle natural sweetness. Medium-bodied and well balanced, the blend offers enough character for an experienced smoker without sacrificing the elegance associated with a good Connecticut Shade wrapper.
The Johnny Tobacconaut Gordo is an excellent choice for smokers who appreciate larger ring gauges but prefer complexity over sheer strength. Its substantial proportions invite a leisurely smoking pace, allowing the interplay between the Connecticut wrapper and Nicaraguan tobacco to take center stage.Keep a few in the humidor for those occasions when you want a long, satisfying smoke that delivers considerably more character than its light wrapper suggests.
