El Septimo Luxus Excepcion White cigars join the Kolosso White as a formidable selection in the Luxus line. Both feature ten-year-aged tobacco, and the main differences between these two vitolas are the length and strength. Kolosso is true to its name, bringing a bit more size (one inch of length) and a touch more strength. This is the more mild offering, although the two are fairly close together.

El Septimo is known for its signature Costa Rican tobaccos, which you won’t find on tons of other sticks on the market. In fact, they’ve made it something of a specialty, working diligently to show the world what it’s possible to grow in the soil of that nation. They’re not starting small, either. These are premium cigars meant to be smoked by discriminating aficionados, (or folks who just want something high-end for a special occasion).

Let’s start with this beast of a wrapper. Even as you look at it, you know you’re in for something special. It’s robust and reminds you that cigars are a natural product. It’s dark, oily, and ready to provide this blend with some outstanding flavor notes. Once you get it lit up, in general, El Septimo describes the Luxus Excepcion White cigar as offering a “robust and earthy profile with sweet overtones that balance the blend.” There are “floral high notes” that “continuously increase and lift the smoke throughout the entire cigar.”

Sophisticated, ain’t it?

Flavors of oak, nougat, and pops of cinnamon make this one an enjoyable journey from start to finish. And at 5 x 60, it’s a fantastically substantial journey at that. El Septimo doesn’t mess around when it comes to these luxury smokes, and we’re sure that blends like this will help the company grow its fanbase among well-heeled smokers as it slowly carves out a reputation for itself.

This El Septimo Luxus Excepcion White cigar is made in Costa Rica. Outside, you'll find an undisclosed wrapper. Inside, the binder is undisclosed, and the filler is undisclosed. This is a Mild to Medium-strength Robusto Gordo shaped cigar with a length of 5.00 and a ring gauge of 60.

Please browse our selection of El Septimo Luxus Excepcion White cigars at your leisure.

• What are the flavors like?
o Oak, nougat, cinnamon

• What’s the strength level?
o Mild-medium

• Who is this cigar for?
o El Septimo Luxus Excepcion White cigars are built for cigar lovers who want a refined and rare smoking experience

• Will I want to smoke it to the nub?
o Most likely. The flavors are captivating!

• What’s a good pairing with it?
o Luxus series blends seem to put us in the mood to pair with decent scotches. We’ll depart a little bit for the sake of breaking up the monotony and say that this is a great stogie to match up with a quality beer. Bear Republic Racer 5 IPA is winning tons of awards and would bring aromatics to the Excepcion White that would make for a very flavorful experience.

• What’s the best time/place to smoke this cigar?
o Long sunsets and comfortable weather

• Any flaws/downsides?
o High price puts it up against outstanding competition.