La Flor Dominicana Cigars LFD Andalusian Bull

La Flor Dominicana Andalusian Bull

Cigar Aficionado · Jan 1, 2017

Here is an unusual, perhaps unfamiliar cigar that gleams with distinction but doesn't have much market history, as it only came out last summer. The wrapper is a striking hue somewhere between red and brown and the beautiful shape is all curves and tapers. Salomones, as they're known in cigar factories, are far from an easy cigar to craft. Look closely at the band, which is a shade of emerald green, and you see the letters "LFD": La Flor Dominicana. The cigar is called the Andalusian Bull, and nothing about it is typical.But nothing about its creator, Litto Gomez is typical either. With Gomez, you'll find few of the tropes and stories typically associated with men in the tobacco business. No family history in tobacco. No Cuban lineage. No passed-down tobacco traditions. Born in Spain, but raised in Uruguay, Gomez came into the cigar industry in 1994 after a stint in the jewelry business went sour. His initial cigars were mild, but Gomez started getting the attention of premium smokers when he began producing stronger blends rolled in unusual shapes. Some will remember the El Jocko Perfecto No. 1 and all should know the wedge-shaped Chisel. Such odd shapes have become mainstays in the cigar world. Among serious smokers, the Chisel is now synonymous with La Flor Dominicana—which brings us to the Bull.The La Flor Dominicana Andalusian Bull is a truly new concept within La Flor's portfolio of fine cigars. The size is based on that of an old cigar mold that Gomez found in Belgium. Naming it after Andalusia was a nod to Spain, the country where Gomez was born. And the silhouette of a matador on the band represents the celebrated history of the sport of bullfighting in Andalusia. That eye-catching shade of green is similar to that found on the Andalusian flag. But there's more to decode. The font on the band is based on Pablo Picasso's handwriting—he loved to paint bulls—and the scrollwork reflects patterns found on a bullfighter's uniform.Fittingly, with this combination of heavy-handed and subtle symbolism comes a blend that is both bold and refined (like a bull and a matador). Gomez and his son Tony collaborated on the cigar and spent a fair amount of time fine-tuning the blend. The result was a cigar as intriguing in flavor as it is in appearance. It's a combination of Corojo-seed Ecuador Habano wrapper on a blend that consists primarily of Dominican Criollo '98 tobacco, a hybrid and a bit of Pelo d'Oro too. First impressions are bold and savory with strong notes of hickory and leather. But it continues to take on a complex spiciness of saffron and cumin as well as a slight tangy note that brings the strength and spice together quite gracefully—and it only gets better with every puff.Gomez owns the brand and company with his wife, Ines Lorenzo-Gomez. This marks the first time that La Flor Dominicana has been awarded No. 1 Cigar of the Year.

Figurado · 6.50″ × 64 · Full · Dominican Republic

La Flor Dominicana Andalusian Bull

Holt's Staff Reviews · Mar 12, 2020

La Flor Dominicana Andalusian Bull is a unique cigar in every way. The creativity of La Flor Dominicana brand founder Litto Gomez is evident in Andalusian Bull. The cigar is an homage to Gomez’s country of birth, Spain. The cigar is noticeable for a host of reasons. An oily, mahogany-hued wrapper leaf grown in Ecuador conforms to a dense and bulbous 6.5 x 64 Figurado with a gentle taper at the foot. The shape hails from a cigar mold Gomez discovered in Belgium. The textured silhouette of a bullfighter adorns a green, gold, and black band.

LFD Andalusian Bull

The Cigar Authority · Aug 15, 2016

The latest cigar from La Flor Dominicana is the Andalusian Bull which features a Ecuador Corojo wrapper and invokes the spirit of Spain’s famous Toreros

La Flor Dominicana Andalusian Bull

Cigar Coop · Feb 6, 2017

At the 2016 IPCPR Trade Show, La Flor Dominicana showcased a new cigar known as the La Flor Dominicana Andalusian Bull. Company owner Litto Gomez was born in Spain and the Andalusian takes its name from Andalusia, a region in the southern part of that country. The cigar pays homage to the cattle breed that is a part of […] Key flavors: Natural Tobacco, Pepper, Mesquite, Graham Cracker, and “Savory” notes.

6.50″ × 52 · Medium · Dominican Republic

La Flor Dominicana Andalusian Bull

Halfwheel · Dec 14, 2016 · July 2016

There’s little question that the Andalusian Bull blend is a winner; it is dynamic and offers an evolving journey of flavors and strength from start to finish, with the first two thirds showing hardly any issues in terms of balance, while the final third does a decent if not perfect job. My issues lies simply with the size, as you have to commit nearly three hours to enjoy it completely. Thankfully the tapered head reduces the awkwardness a good bit, and if you’ve got the time, the Andalusian Bull has the goods to reward your investment.

Figurado · 6.50″ × 52 · Dominican Republic

La Flor Dominicana Andalusian Bull

Kohnhed · Feb 27, 2017

Wrapper: Ecuadorian Binder: Dominican Filler: Dominican Size: 6.5 x 64 Figurado Strength: Medium Price: $15.00 Today we take a look at the La Flor Dominicana Andalusian Bull. BACKGROUND: Cigar Afic…

Figurado · 6.50″ × 64 · Medium

La Flor Dominicana Andalusian Bull

Leaf Enthusiast · Nov 4, 2016

Jon checks out the stout Andalusian Bull by La Flor Dominicana. Check it out.

6.50″ × 52

La Flor Dominicana Andalusian Bull Jack Schwartz Importer One Hundred Years

Developing Palates · Oct 14, 2022 · September 2021

The La Flor Dominicana Andalusian Bull Jack Schwartz Importer One Hundred Years surprised me in many ways, not the least of which how it brought many different layers of nuance despite being a larger ring gauge format. The cigar certainly delivers in the premium flavor category and I believe I prefer it over the original Andalusian Bull release.

Toro Extra · 6.25″ × 54 · Dominican Republic

LA FLOR DOMINICANA ANDALUSIAN BULL

Comedy Cigars Music · Jul 13, 2021

For starters, I realize I’m way behind in getting my hands on and doing a review for this cigar. Frankly, I just review what I feel like reviewing when I feel like reviewing it. If I feel like something new, cool. If I feel like something that’s been around for a while, cool. I get to cigars as I get to them. No rush fo

La Flor Dominicana Andalusian Bull

Cigar Journal · Dec 16, 2017 · Top 25 Cigars of 2017: The Complete List (Rank #6)

Caramel sweetness with alternating nutty, coffee, leathery and cedary aromas, accompanied by peppery spice and fruity notes. During the smoke, the spice gains momentum; the sweetish coffee scent increases. Very harmonious.

6.50″ × 64 · Dom. Rep