EP Carrillo Short Run 2010 No.4

[jerseyjay]

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This week we are photographing and smoking an EP Carrillo Short Run 2010 No.4. This corona vitola, made by the master blender Ernesto Perez-Carrillo, is an exclusive release for Federal Cigar – New Hampshire chain owned by Rick Gadway. EP Carrillo Short Run 2010 No.4 comes in the box of 20 and will set you back $110. As the name implies, Ernesto has expanded 2010 Short Run line by adding No4 vitola. The following additional sizes in the same line are available to the mass market:

Populares – 4 7/8 x 50
Delirios – 5 7/8 x 52
Doninantes – 6 1/4 x 60

EP Carrillo Short Run 2010 No.4, manufactured at Tabacalera La Alianza S.A. in the Dominican Republic, was sporting an Ecuadorian Sumatra wrapper with couple visible veins and well blended seams. The cigar was tripple capped and ~%95 of it was well constructed. Based on relatively thorough inspection (12 out of 20), tip of each cigar was under-filled and felt very soft to the touch. I have inspected few other EP Carrillo cigars from my humidor and none were constructed the same way. Perhaps done intentionally ? After clipping the cap, Short Run 2010 No.4 had a perfect draw. Not too loose, not too tight. Just what the doctor ordered. In the flavor department, intense experience as expected from No4 ring gauge. Cedar mixed with a bit of sweetness / saltiness. Hints of earthiness and coffee. If you enjoy spicy finish on the palate, Short Run 2010 No.4 will deliver just that. Burn line and ash were of good quality, as expected from industry’s true icon – Ernesto Perez-Carrillo. Don’t let the size fool you ! This relatively short / thin vitola was packing some heat ! I would place it close to the full category.

Overall, EP Carrillo Short Run 2010 No.4 is another successful release. Rick Gadway was generous enough and gifted few samples couple months ago which were burned right off the truck. Both the pre-release and the regular production smoked great but I believe resting them for couple months may be beneficial. Considering the other Federal Cigar exclusive – Tatuaje Federal Cigar 90th Anniversary 109 Rosado / Reserva, Rick Gadway is on the roll. I’m looking forward to upcoming Ernesto Perez-Carrillo’s projects and Rick’s exclusives.

 

[SurpriseMVP]

Nice review. I am burning through a box of these myself. Love this blend in this vitola

 

[cigarsc351w]

I wish we made more.

 

[RaschNuts]

I wish we made more.

Me Too!! Still got to pick up a cabinet to let sit.

 

[BrooksW]

Great stick, glad I bought a box! These will be amazing with some age....

 

[L8A]

Amazing cigar!! Thanks for the review.

 

[SurpriseMVP]

Great stick, glad I bought a box! These will be amazing with some age....

Wish I had the will power to find out.

 

[JDog]

I actually was fortunate enough to get my hands on one... maybe I should wait to smoke it so that I don't make an emotional box purchase... lol.

Thank you for posting the review.

 

[Mickeymorris626]

Really glad I picked up a box of these. Great price for an amazing quick smoke

 

[SurpriseMVP]

I actually was fortunate enough to get my hands on one... maybe I should wait to smoke it so that I don't make an emotional box purchase... lol.

Thank you for posting the review.

Dude if the wife has lifted your buying ban, pull the trigger. Trust me you won't regret it.

 

[Reeve11]

great review. I think the short run releases so far is where it's at for me.

Dan

 

[darkman]

As always jay....great review. Really appreciate your work on these.

 

[jerseyjay]

I wish we made more.

Rick,
Are you confirming that this (No4 Short Run 2010) is a one time deal ?

I hope you continue to collaborate with Ernie & Pete. Keep up the good work, pal !

 

[cigarsc351w]

Rick,
Are you confirming that this (No4 Short Run 2010) is a one time deal ?

I hope you continue to collaborate with Ernie & Pete. Keep up the good work, pal !

Ernie and I have no plans to rerelease the SR no.4. That being said. I did hold back about 20 boxes for sale later in the year and there are a few 50 cabs left.

 

[Xingpao]

I enjoyed your review of the Tat 90th as well and can't wait to get my order of those from Rick.

 

[srduggins]

Can't believe these were still available. Somehow I managed to resist buying these. Although, I love the blend and the size. After all the glowing reviews i can resist no longer. Box ordered - only 7 left.

 

[Alwayslit]

Nice review.