From the catalog · Nicaragua
La Madrina Shade
La Madrina Shade is a full-strength line from Nicaragua with an Ecuadorian Connecticut Shade wrapper. Shapes include Robusto, Toro, and Torpedo. Lengths span 5.0 to 6.25 inches; rings run 50 to 52. A $10-$15 cigar at most shops. Connecticut shade wrappers are commonly associated with milder, creamier profiles. Full-strength blends are generally suited to experienced palates comfortable with heavier body. La Madrina rolls this line in Nicaragua.
At a glance
Spec sheet
The wrapper
Ecuadorian Connecticut Shade
- Candela
- Claro
- Colorado Claro
- Colorado
- Colorado Maduro
- Maduro
- Oscuro
A Ecuadorian Connecticut Shade wrapper typically sits at Claro to Colorado Claro on the scale. Shade varies with the harvest and the box, and it describes color, not strength. How wrapper shades work →
Vitolas
Every size, side by side
3 formats in the catalog.
| Shape | Length | Ring gauge |
|---|---|---|
| Robusto | 5" | 50 |
| Toro | 6.125" | 52 |
| Torpedo | 6.25" | 52 |
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FAQ
Common questions
How strong is the La Madrina Shade?
The La Madrina Shade is logged in the catalog as a full-strength Nicaragua cigar.
Where is the La Madrina Shade made?
The catalog lists the La Madrina Shade with an origin of Nicaragua.
What wrapper does the La Madrina Shade use?
The La Madrina Shade uses a Ecuadorian Connecticut Shade wrapper.
What sizes does the La Madrina Shade come in?
The catalog records 3 vitolas spanning 5 to 6.25 inches and ring gauges 50 to 52 for the La Madrina Shade.
How much does the La Madrina Shade cost?
Typical retail for the La Madrina Shade falls in the $10-$15 range. Cigarista doesn't sell cigars, we track them.