Cavalier Project Broadleaf – Skywalker
Profile
- Wrapper: Connecticut Broadleaf (aged four years total: approximately three years of fermentation plus one year of bale aging)
- Binder: Mexican San Andrés
- Filler: Nicaragua (Estelí & Jalapa) and Honduras (Jamastrán)
- Factory: Fábrica Centroamericana de Tabaco S.A., Honduras
- Vitola: 6 x 48 (Short Churchill/Corona Gorda)
- Strength: Medium-Full
- Body: Full
The Experience
The Skywalker is the inaugural release in Cavalier Genève’s Project Broadleaf series, showcasing the depth and richness of a meticulously aged Connecticut Broadleaf wrapper. From the first draw, it’s evident this cigar is built around bold flavor while maintaining the refinement Cavalier is known for.
First Third
The opening delivers waves of mocha, espresso, dark cocoa, and cedar. Earth and baking spices quickly join the profile, while a touch of black pepper adds just enough spice to keep the palate engaged without overwhelming the richness.
Second Third
Coffee and cocoa continue to trade the spotlight as the cigar develops. Cedar, earth, and baking spices remain consistent while the pepper slowly intensifies, creating a fuller and more layered smoking experience. The balance between sweetness and spice is exceptional.
Final Third
The finish leans deeper into espresso, bittersweet chocolate, black pepper, and earthy richness. The coffee note becomes the dominant flavor while the cedar and spice provide a long, satisfying finish that never becomes harsh.
Construction & Burn
Construction is outstanding with an effortless draw, razor-sharp burn, firm ash, and thick smoke production. The aged Broadleaf wrapper performs beautifully throughout the smoke, delivering consistency from start to finish.
Overall Experience
The Skywalker is a Broadleaf lover’s cigar. Rich, complex, and remarkably balanced, it offers all the depth expected from Connecticut Broadleaf while maintaining elegance rather than brute strength. This is a cigar that rewards a slow smoking pace.
Why It Stands Out
- First release in the Project Broadleaf series.
- Connecticut Broadleaf wrapper aged for approximately four years before production.
- Limited production with only 100 boxes of 50 cigars produced worldwide.
- Showcases Broadleaf without sacrificing balance or complexity.
Pairing Suggestions
- Double espresso
- Barrel-proof bourbon
- Aged rum
- Imperial stout
- Black coffee
Burnt Leaf Insight
The Project Broadleaf Skywalker is exactly what boutique cigar enthusiasts hope for—a focused expression of exceptional Connecticut Broadleaf without unnecessary gimmicks. Rich cocoa, espresso, earth, and spice unfold with precision, making this one of Cavalier Genève’s most impressive limited releases. If you’re a fan of Broadleaf, this is a cigar that deserves a place in your humidor before it disappears.
