My Biography
Cigar enthusiast, senior sommelier and a detail-oriented aficionado. Passionate about exploring the nuances of flavor, aromas, craftsmanship, origin and the stories behind every leaf and bottle.
What was the first cigar you ever smoked?
Romeo y Julieta Coronas from a slide lid box of 50. I did not know anything about cigars back in 2005 (The Vitola is Discontinued 2012)
Which is your desert-island cigar?
Punch Ninfas from a slide lid box of 50 without the band. :)
What is the worst cigar you’ve ever smoked?
Perdomo Patriarch
What is your greatest cigar-related memory?
Smoking my Montecristo No.1 -07 with my brother back in 2018 on a warm evening with a great glass of wine in my other hand
What is your favourite cigar brand?
La Gloria Cubana
What is your favourite cigar accessory?
My Prometheus Double Guillotine and Prometheus Triple Flame butane lighter - both in gunmetal. And my Elie Bleu Diamond Jetflame.
What is your favourite cigar shop?
Phoenica LCDH Lounge & Cigar shop at Beirut Airport.
What is your favourite lounge?
I have many favourite cigar lounges depending on the occation and the people.
What is your favourite method of ignition?
Single torch - extremely sharp flame
What is your favourite cut?
Straight cut up to ring 50, V-cut up to ring 54.