First Look

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First Look: Aristoff Master of the Universe

March 1999

Manufactured by: Aristoff
Marketed by: CigarAmerica
Factory where rolled: Aristoff International, San Pedro de Macoris, Dominican Republic

Filler tobacco type and origin: Piloto Cubano seed and Dominican Olor grown in the Dominican Republic
Binder tobacco type and origin: Batouri East Cameroon
Wrapper tobacco type and origin: Connecticut Shade LB1

Tobacco aging: Two years
Cigar aging after rolling: Minimum of two months

Qty rolled/month: 24,000
Release date: January 1999

Sizes/Style: Figurado shaped, 6.75 x 38/56/38
MSRP: $10.00

Positioning: Targeted towards the highest segment in the premium cigar category, designed for those who are masters of their own universes. Rather than a "line extension", this a unique cigar that provides a unique cigar smoking experience, sold only by Aristoff brand tobacconists. Not sold through catalogs or drug stores.

Description of cigar/line: The unique shape and design elements of the cigar, styled after the classic cigars of the 1920's and 1930's, create a sophisticated contouring where the greatest diameter is found in the middle of the cigar while each end tapers off in exact proportions. The cigar is banded in the middle to highlight the shape and is pressed in specially designed molds for up to 60% more time than traditional shaped cigars. The special double tapered-end shape is achieved by utilizing highly skilled rollers, with years of experience crafting shaped figurado cigars, including Aristoff's highly rated Special Perfecto and Belicoso series.

For more information on where to buy this and other Aristoff cigars, go to their web site www.aristoff.com They have dealer listings by state.