Illusione · Original Documents
New WorldExperiencedIllusione Original Documents ~cg:4~
The Illusione ~cg:4~ is a 5 5/8 x 46 corona gorda from the Original Documents line — a beautifully balanced Nicaraguan puro that sits in a sweet spot between the lancero and the toro.
The short answer
The Illusione Original Documents ~cg:4~ is a richer, medium-to-full smoke — a Nicaragua corona gorda with a Nicaraguan Corojo Rosado wrapper. Expect cedar, buttered toast, and baking spice. Critics rate it 93/100.
Flavor profile
Earthy · Roast · Spice · Creamy
Critic ratings
Cigar Aficionado
2007
93/100
Scores as published by each reviewer. Casa DNC aggregates third-party ratings; we don't score cigars ourselves.
The verdict
The Illusione Original Documents ~cg:4~ is a richer, medium-to-full smoke from Illusione's Original Documents line. It's a Nicaragua (New World) corona gorda wrapped in Nicaraguan Corojo Rosado at 5.625 in × 46.
On the palate, expect cedar, buttered toast, and baking spice, leaning earthy. Plan on roughly 60 minutes from light to nub.
It's well regarded: Cigar Aficionado rated it 93/100 in 2007. It pairs naturally with coffee, rye whiskey, and craft beer. If you're newer to cigars, work up to this one rather than starting here.
The corona gorda format has become one of the most popular vitolas in premium cigars over the past decade, and the Illusione cg:4 is a standout example of why. At 5 5/8 x 46, it's wide enough to deliver body and complexity but narrow enough for the Corojo Rosado wrapper to stay in control of the flavor profile.
What it tastes like
The cg:4 opens with the signature Illusione combination of cedar and buttered toast, layered with baking spice and a nuttiness that comes through in the mid-third. White pepper on the retrohale adds interest without dominating. The 46-ring gauge keeps the draw tight and focused, and the smoke volume is just right — not too thick, not too thin. This is Illusione's flagship blend in one of its most expressive formats.
A strong everyday candidate
Medium-full in strength, the cg:4 is versatile enough to smoke in the early afternoon without overwhelming, yet complex enough to pair with a serious whiskey or a good cup of coffee. It lasts about an hour, making it a great choice for experienced smokers looking for a reliable daily driver in the boutique space.
Candela note
The cg:4 has also been released in a Candela wrapper variant — if you come across that version, it's distinctly different: grassier, crisper, and much lighter in strength. See our maduro vs. Connecticut guide for context on how wrapper color influences flavor.
Log your cg:4 smokes and compare wrapper variants side-by-side at Casa DNC.
Curious how it stacks up? See Cuban vs Nicaraguan cigars.
Illusione Original Documents ~cg:4~ — frequently asked
- Is the Illusione Original Documents ~cg:4~ 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 Illusione Original Documents ~cg:4~?
- The Illusione Original Documents ~cg:4~ 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 Illusione Original Documents ~cg:4~ taste like?
- Expect cedar, buttered toast, and baking spice, leaning earthy. Tasting notes are a guide — your palate may pick up more or less.
- What is the Illusione Original Documents ~cg:4~'s rating?
- Published critic scores: Cigar Aficionado 93/100 (2007). Casa DNC aggregates third-party ratings and doesn't score cigars itself.
- What pairs well with the Illusione Original Documents ~cg:4~?
- It pairs well with coffee, rye whiskey, and craft beer. As a rule, match the drink's intensity to the cigar's medium-full body.
- How long does it take to smoke the Illusione Original Documents ~cg:4~?
- Plan on about 60 minutes for the corona gorda — longer if you smoke slowly, which keeps it cool and tasting its best.
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