Arturo Fuente Opus X Cigars for Sale

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The Opus X cigar represents the pinnacle of what one of the world's most respected cigar families can produce. Every Opus X cigar exemplifies the best ingredients, growing practices, and decades of craftsmanship that have made Arturo Fuente a household name among aficionados. These cigars from the Dominican Republic contain the whole story of how dedicated cigar makers committed themselves to overcoming climactic challenges in order to take full advantage of some of the best soils in the tobacco-growing belt. The rich, fertile soils of this island nation have long been prized as the ground that nurtures robust, flavorful filler and binder tobacco. Growing quality wrapper leaves in the Dominican Republic was considered impossible by many producers due to the island's topography and challenging wind conditions. The Fuente family refused to accept that limitation, and decades of determination eventually paid off in a big way. Wrapper leaves must remain on the plant longer, enduring more exposure to the elements. Their growth cannot be rushed, and must not be hurried, since it is only with time that these leaves soak up from the nutrient-laden soil the full, deep flavors that are essential to a fantastic wrapper. The elements would commonly ruin the leaves before they were ripened to perfection. Using innovative practices, the first marketable crop of cigar wrapper quality tobacco was harvested in 1992. Internally, family and company members were ecstatic with the quality and flavor. Soon, cigar aficionados everywhere were raving as the Opus X line, featuring these deeply satisfying wrappers, hit the scene. Containing full-bodied Rosado filler leaves and binder grown on the Dominican Republic’s renowned Chateau de la Fuente, a brand was born that would soon become one of the highest rated cigars among industry reviewers and publications, taking its place on prestigious “best of the best” and “top 10” lists. Today, Opus X is regarded as one of the most sought-after cigar