Caldwell · Long Live the King
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Caldwell Long Live the King Petit Double Wide — a 6 x 52 short Churchill showcasing the full complexity of Caldwell's all-Dominican Corojo flagship blend.
The short answer
The Caldwell Long Live the King Petit Double Wide is a richer, medium-to-full smoke — a Dominican Republic short churchill with a Dominican Corojo 2008 wrapper. Expect leather, dark chocolate, and pepper. Critics rate it 91/100.
Flavor profile
Earthy · Sweet · Spice · Creamy
Critic ratings
Cigar Aficionado
2015
91/100
Scores as published by each reviewer. Casa DNC aggregates third-party ratings; we don't score cigars ourselves.
The verdict
The Caldwell Long Live the King Petit Double Wide is a richer, medium-to-full smoke from Caldwell's Long Live the King line. It's a Dominican Republic (New World) short churchill wrapped in Dominican Corojo 2008 at 6 in × 52.
On the palate, expect leather, dark chocolate, and pepper, leaning earthy. Plan on roughly 70 minutes from light to nub.
It's well regarded: Cigar Aficionado rated it 91/100 in 2015. It pairs naturally with single malt scotch, espresso, and dark rum. If you're newer to cigars, work up to this one rather than starting here.
The Petit Double Wide is the most popular size in the Long Live the King lineup — a 6 x 52 short Churchill that gives the blend room to breathe without turning into a long afternoon project. If you want to understand why cigar enthusiasts made Robert Caldwell's debut release a word-of-mouth hit, start here.
What it tastes like
Same all-Dominican Corojo wrapper and binder as the rest of the line, with filler built from Dominican Corojo Ligero, Peruvian Viso Pelo de Oro, and Nicaraguan Habano Ligero. In the wider ring gauge the smoke is denser and creamier than in the Heater — leather, dark chocolate, and cedar dominate the first third, pepper ramps up through the middle, and the final third delivers a rich buttery finish. It's medium-to-full throughout with no harsh edges. Built at Tabacalera William Ventura in Santiago, Dominican Republic.
Who it's for
The wider gauge and extra length (versus The Heater) give the blend more complexity and a longer finish, making this the better choice if you have an hour to commit. If you're comparing ring gauges, our guide to cigar strength and body explains what changes as the ring gets bigger. Pair with a single malt, a dark rum, or a straight espresso. Compare this to a Nicaraguan puro and the Dominican character really stands out — see our Dominican vs. Nicaraguan overview for context.
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Caldwell Long Live the King Petit Double Wide — frequently asked
- Is the Caldwell Long Live the King Petit Double Wide a good cigar for beginners?
- Ease into it. The fuller body can be a lot for a first-timer, so it's better once you've built up a little tolerance.
- How strong is the Caldwell Long Live the King Petit Double Wide?
- The Caldwell Long Live the King Petit Double Wide is Medium-Full-bodied. Strength is about body and nicotine rather than flavor, so eat something first and take it slow if you're sensitive.
- What does the Caldwell Long Live the King Petit Double Wide taste like?
- Expect leather, dark chocolate, and pepper, leaning earthy. Tasting notes are a guide — your palate may pick up more or less.
- What is the Caldwell Long Live the King Petit Double Wide's rating?
- Published critic scores: Cigar Aficionado 91/100 (2015). Casa DNC aggregates third-party ratings and doesn't score cigars itself.
- What pairs well with the Caldwell Long Live the King Petit Double Wide?
- It pairs well with single malt scotch, espresso, and dark rum. As a rule, match the drink's intensity to the cigar's medium-full body.
- How long does it take to smoke the Caldwell Long Live the King Petit Double Wide?
- Plan on about 70 minutes for the short churchill — longer if you smoke slowly, which keeps it cool and tasting its best.
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