Tatuaje · Black Label
New WorldAficionadosTatuaje Black Label Petit Lancero
The 6 x 38 Petit Lancero of Tatuaje's full-bodied Black Label — an all-Nicaraguan Sun-Grown Criollo puro with concentrated pepper, cocoa and cedar. A connoisseur's size.
Flavor profile
Spice · Sweet · Earthy
Critic ratings
Cigar Aficionado
2025
96/100
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The Petit Lancero is the thin, elegant format of Tatuaje's Black Label (Seleccion de Cazador Reserva), Pete Johnson's full-bodied house blend made with the García family. At 6 x 38, the narrow ring gauge puts the wrapper front and center and concentrates the flavor — a format prized by serious smokers.
What it tastes like
This is a full-strength all-Nicaraguan puro under a dark Sun-Grown Criollo wrapper. The slim ring gauge means a higher wrapper-to-filler ratio, so the leaf's character really sings: bold black pepper, deep cocoa, cedar, and an earthy, leathery base. It's intense and focused, with the kind of precise construction the García factory is known for. The thin format burns a touch warmer, so a slow, deliberate pace keeps it smooth.
Who it's for
Lanceros are a connoisseur's pick, and the full strength here makes this one strictly for experienced smokers and aficionados. Enjoy it after dinner with an espresso, bourbon, or a neat whiskey. If you like the blend in a thicker format, try the Black Label Corona Gorda, and our Cuban vs Nicaraguan guide frames where this puro fits.
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