The Leon Jimenes Connecticut Petit Blond (Vanilla) is a small-format, vanilla-infused cigar from the La Aurora factory in the Dominican Republic. Part of the Connecticut Petites line, it is distinct from the larger Petit Corona Blond.
Flavour and experience
Sweet vanilla combines with creamy tobacco, cedar and toasted nuts, followed by touches of light coffee or spice and natural tobacco sweetness. The infusion complements the tobacco rather than overwhelming it.
Its compact format offers approximately 15–30 minutes of smoking time, depending on pace, with an easy draw, even burn and a pleasant aromatic character.
Key specifications
Format: Petite / cigarillo
Length: Approximately 100–102 mm (4 inches)
Ring gauge: Typically 30–32
Strength: Mild to medium
Smoking time: Approximately 15–30 minutes
Origin: Dominican Republic
Factory: La Aurora
Flavour: Vanilla-infused
Tobacco and construction
Common listings describe a light Ecuadorian Connecticut Shade or Connecticut-seed wrapper, with predominantly Dominican binder and filler, sometimes including Nicaraguan long-leaf tobacco. Construction is variously described as handmade or carefully produced using long or short filler. Exact construction, ring gauge and minor blend details should be checked against the supplied stock.
Presentation
Supplied pack designation: 5 x 10's. The Petit Blond is frequently presented in protective metal tins of 10; the exact presentation of this pack should be confirmed against the supplied stock.
Leon Jimenes heritage
Named in tribute to the León family founders, Leon Jimenes is known for smooth blends finished with light Connecticut wrappers. The Petit Blond brings that style to a smaller, vanilla-infused format.
