El Gaucho Fantastico

The blue El Gaucho Fantastico cigars are aimed at aficionados seeking a more pronounced flavor profile without sacrificing the brand’s mild and approachable character. While the red El Gaucho Premium line is deliberately mild, the Fantastico series offers a noticeably fuller mouthfeel, with refined spice and gentle roasted notes—ideal for relaxed evenings or for discovering the world of Indonesian longfillers. The blend includes tobaccos from several countries, creating a profile that presents its aromas clearly, yet never aggressively.

Origin and Harmony of the Tobaccos

Like all El Gaucho cigars, these are crafted in Indonesia, where artisanal skill and longfiller expertise go hand in hand. The Fantastico blend features a filler made from Dominican, Cuban, and Indonesian tobaccos, combined with a Dominican binder that adds earthy depth. A Ecuadorian wrapper contributes a subtle sweetness. As the cigar progresses, chocolate notes emerge, followed by a finish that reveals hints of coffee and floral nuances—a flavor profile that feels more intense than the red line, while remaining smooth and free of harshness.

Formats and Character of the Fantastico Series

This hand-rolled longfiller series includes select vitolas: the Fantastico Chiquitos deliver the flavor profile in a compact, direct format, ideal for shorter smoking occasions. The Fantastico Toro Tubo presents the flavors in a broader spectrum, with smooth transitions between thirds; some formats are also available in aluminum tubes, making them a fitting choice for travel or a small gift. Both vitolas maintain the series’ signature traits: even burn, distinct flavors, and a balanced combination of spice, sweetness, and mild roasted notes.