Cavalier Geneve Black Series II Viso Jalapa

Cavalier Genève Black Series II Viso Jalapa

Size(s): Robusto (5″ × 50), Robusto Gordo (5″ × 54), Toro (6″ × 54), Toro Gordo (6″ × 60), Torpedo (6″ × 52), Petit N2 (4¾″ × 52), Corona (5¾″ × 44), Lancero (7″ × 38), Salomones
Vitola: Box-pressed and parejo formats
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Viso Jalapa
Binder: Nicaraguan Habano
Fillers: Nicaraguan Habano long-fillers
Flavor Notes: Dark chocolate, graham cracker, buttered popcorn, peanut shell, leather, earth, hay, sourdough, suede, cedar, citrus, black pepper, espresso, cocoa nib, floral sweetness
Pairing Notes: Cold brew coffee, aged rum, medium-bodied bourbon, dark porter, cognac
Manufacturer: Cavalier Genève (blender Sébastien Decoppet), made at Fábrica Centroamericana de Tabaco S.A., Danlí, Honduras

Privada Storytelling

The Black Series II Viso Jalapa marks Cavalier Genève’s bold debut into Nicaraguan viso wrappers—eschewing the brand’s traditional San Andrés leaf and 24k gold diamond band for a new expression. Crafted by Sébastien Decoppet in Honduras, it's a bridge between the brand’s iconic luxury aesthetic and the bright, aromatic complexity of viso Jalapa tobacco. This cigar is for collectors who value evolution without losing elegance—a true Privada narrative.

Flavor Journey

First third: Opens softly with dark chocolate and graham cracker sweetness, layered with sourdough bread, leather, earth, and cedar. A creamy, spice-lined retrohale brings black pepper and vanilla-floral tones.
Mid-smoke: Buttered popcorn becomes the star note, accompanied by peanut shell, espresso, hay, and suede. Earth and leather underpin the profile, while black pepper and citrus notes echo in the background—draw remains smooth, construction solid.
Final third: The buttered popcorn continues alongside leather, earth, hay, soft citrus, and a touch of cinnamon. Strength stays medium; complexity grows in a cohesive finish.

Why It Belongs in Privada

This blend highlights transformation: a luxury brand known for bold visual flair embracing a vibrant, aromatic wrapper type. The story of moving away from signature gold bands into honest, flavorful tobacco evolution embodies Privada’s theme of craft-forward storytelling, where every component contributes to meaning and maturity.