Romeo y Julieta Escudos Edición Limitada 2007
A Vintage Entry in the EL Programme
The Romeo y Julieta Escudos EL 2007 was the brand's contribution to the Edición Limitada programme nearly two decades ago — a release that has acquired considerable patina and collector cachet since its launch. At 141mm by 46 ring gauge, the Escudos presents a robusto-plus format: shorter than a Churchill but with a generous 46 ring that delivers cool, plentiful smoke.
For the collector of aged Cuban cigars, the 2007 vintage represents an era of EL production noted for blend quality. Finding well-stored examples today rewards the smoker with a decade and a half of natural integration.
Tasting Notes
With fifteen-plus years of age, a well-stored Escudos delivers a profile that fresh cigars simply cannot replicate. The opening third offers resolved cedar, softened hay, and a creamy core that speaks to long integration. Gone is the sharper edge of youth; in its place is a rounded, cohesive character where every element seems to know its place. A gentle dried-apricot sweetness drifts in and out.
The second half deepens into toasted almond, faded leather, and a subtle earthiness — the tertiary notes that only time develops. The smoke is silky and light, the 46 ring gauge providing enough volume to carry the flavours without heaviness. The finish is long and contemplative, leaving cedar and a ghost of honey. This is a cigar to smoke slowly, deliberately, with full attention to its quiet complexities.
Construction
The Escudos benefits from both the enhanced EL production standards and the effects of long ageing. Well-preserved examples show aWrapper that has darkened to a rich colourado-maduro, pliable rather than brittle. The draw, ideally, has loosened slightly with time — though over-humidified examples may feel tight. Burn and ash performance depend heavily on storage history.
Pairing Suggestions
An aged Escudos pairs with equally mature spirits. A 15- or 18-year-old rum, a well-matured single malt, or an oloroso sherry all complement the cigar's tertiary development. The key is matching age with age — a young, aggressive spirit overwhelms the cigar's settled refinement.
Value Proposition
As a 2007 Edición Limitada, the Escudos is long discontinued and increasingly scarce. Its value is driven by collector demand and the irreplaceable character of genuine age. For the smoker who wants to experience a mature Cuban cigar without waiting fifteen years, acquiring a properly stored Escudos is a shortcut — albeit one that commands a premium.
About the Brand
Founded in 1875 and named for Shakespeare's star-crossed lovers, Romeo y Julieta is distributed worldwide by Habanos S.A.. The brand's medium-bodied character made it Sir Winston Churchill's favourite. Browse our full collection.
Storage & Care
Maintain 63–66% humidity for aged cigars — slightly drier than for fresh stock. Older wrappers become fragile; avoid handling the cigar excessively. If acquiring an older box, inspect for signs of beetle damage or desiccation before committing to long-term storage.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Escudos EL 2007 still smokable after so many years?
Yes, if it has been properly stored at stable humidity and temperature. Well-cellared Escudos from 2007 are widely regarded as excellent smoking cigars, with integrated, mature flavours.
What does Edición Limitada mean for the Escudos?
It indicates a limited-quantity release in a non-standard vitola using aged tobacco, produced for the 2007 EL programme. Once sold through, no further production occurs.
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