Ernesto Perez-Carrillo is chiefly known for producing complex, full-bodied cigars like La Gloria Cubana Serie R and the E.P. Carrillo Edicion Limitada Elencos 2010. For the E.P. Carrillo New Wave Connecticut line, however, he employed a silky and mellow Ecuadorian Connecticut shade wrapper. This, along with Nicaraguan binder and Dominican and Nicaraguan filler leaves, makes for a mellow-to-medium-bodied smoke with notes of nuts, cream, cedar, and baking spice. Perez-Carrillo has succeeded in creating a line that combines remarkable smoothness with an intricate, complex flavor profile.
Found it a little harsh for a Connecticut, but as with so many things, taste is an individual thing. The cigar is well constructed and draws well. Seemed (to me) a little harsh/bitter toward the end.
By James
on Jun 6, 2014
4.2
pleasant, consistent smoke
Offers a very consistent, creamy smoke of medium body, leaning towards mild, that offered some spice near the end. Nice construction, good draw, overall a pleasant, straightforward cigar.
By WC
on Aug 12, 2014
5
Ernesto hit a homerun
Big fan of this brand. Very flavorful, nice even burn. Good smoke earlier in the day. Went well with my morning coffee.
By Pete
on Oct 13, 2014
4.6
A great every day smoke, quick and affordable
These quick smokes are an affordable every day enjoyment - good flavor in their mild to medium strength. Only an occasional tight wrap but still a quality cigar.
By Wilbur
on Sep 8, 2015
3.6
The Every Day Smoke
These Brillantes are a great and affordable everyday smoke. Smooth from the first puff to the last, these 15 minute sticks are the perfect smoke for early morning or the break time rush.
By Wilbur
on Nov 20, 2015
4.2
The New Wave Brillante
Excellent every day smoke.
By Wilbur
on Jan 27, 2017
4
Good smooth cigar
By jose
on Jun 2, 2017
4
A nice smooth smoke. Falls just a little short on flavor
By paul
on Aug 24, 2017
E.P. Carrillo New Wave Connecticut Brillante is rated
4.2 out of
5 based on
8 customer ratings.
