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Foundation The Tabernacle

Description

Dark, decadent, and super delicious

Like many of us, Foundation Cigar Co. Founder Nick Melillo has a strong connection to his home - in his case, that’s Connecticut. Which means, he has fondness for Connecticut tobaccos - especially the Broadleaf variety. He went biblical with his latest release, The Tabernacle and blended a seriously epic cigar.

Crafted at AJ Fernandez’s La Soledad farm in Estelí, Nicaragua, Tabernacle is dressed in dark, oily Connecticut Broadleaf wrapper. Beneath the sheets, you’ll find fillers from Estelí and Jalapa Valley. Deep and hearty notes of cocoa, leather, and black pepper make this cigar a divine offering from Foundation, with all the strength you'd expect from an AJ blend. 

The Tabernacle recently earned a well-deserved 90-rating, noting, "It offers notes of rich woods, cocoa, and a hint of salt and pepper. The finish is long and sweet."

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Shape
Corona
Wrapper
Connecticut Broadleaf,  Maduro
Origin
Nicaragua
Flavored
False
Pressed
False
Has Tip
False
Binder
Mexican
Filler
Honduran,  Nicaraguan
Sweet
False
Corona (5.2"x46)
Box of 24
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$261.60
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$235.99
Profile
Shape
Corona
Wrapper
Connecticut Broadleaf,  Maduro
Origin
Nicaragua
Flavored
False
Pressed
False
Has Tip
False
Binder
Mexican
Filler
Honduran,  Nicaraguan
Sweet
False
Profile
Shape
Robusto
Wrapper
Connecticut Broadleaf,  Maduro
Origin
Nicaragua
Flavored
False
Pressed
False
Has Tip
False
Binder
Mexican
Filler
Honduran,  Nicaraguan
Sweet
False
Robusto (5.0"x50)
Box of 24
Out Of Stock
$300.00
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$271.99
Profile
Shape
Robusto
Wrapper
Connecticut Broadleaf,  Maduro
Origin
Nicaragua
Flavored
False
Pressed
False
Has Tip
False
Binder
Mexican
Filler
Honduran,  Nicaraguan
Sweet
False
Profile
Shape
Torpedo
Wrapper
Connecticut Broadleaf,  Maduro
Origin
Nicaragua
Flavored
False
Pressed
False
Has Tip
False
Binder
Mexican
Filler
Honduran,  Nicaraguan
Sweet
False
Torpedo (4.5"x52)
Box of 24
Out Of Stock
$300.00
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$271.99
Profile
Shape
Torpedo
Wrapper
Connecticut Broadleaf,  Maduro
Origin
Nicaragua
Flavored
False
Pressed
False
Has Tip
False
Binder
Mexican
Filler
Honduran,  Nicaraguan
Sweet
False
Profile
Shape
Toro
Wrapper
Connecticut Broadleaf,  Maduro
Origin
Nicaragua
Flavored
False
Pressed
False
Has Tip
False
Binder
Mexican
Filler
Honduran,  Nicaraguan
Sweet
False
Toro (6.0"x52)
Box of 24
Out Of Stock
$324.00
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$291.99
Profile
Shape
Toro
Wrapper
Connecticut Broadleaf,  Maduro
Origin
Nicaragua
Flavored
False
Pressed
False
Has Tip
False
Binder
Mexican
Filler
Honduran,  Nicaraguan
Sweet
False
Profile
Shape
Double Corona
Wrapper
Connecticut Broadleaf,  Maduro
Origin
Nicaragua
Flavored
False
Pressed
False
Has Tip
False
Binder
Mexican
Filler
Honduran,  Nicaraguan
Sweet
False
Doble Corona (Double Corona) (7.0"x54)
Box of 24
Out Of Stock
$336.00
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$302.99
Profile
Shape
Double Corona
Wrapper
Connecticut Broadleaf,  Maduro
Origin
Nicaragua
Flavored
False
Pressed
False
Has Tip
False
Binder
Mexican
Filler
Honduran,  Nicaraguan
Sweet
False
Profile
Shape
Lancero/Panatela
Wrapper
Connecticut Broadleaf,  Maduro
Origin
Nicaragua
Flavored
False
Pressed
False
Has Tip
False
Binder
Mexican
Filler
Honduran,  Nicaraguan
Sweet
False
Lancero (Lancero/Panatela) (7.0"x40)
Box of 24
Out Of Stock
$348.00
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$313.99
Profile
Shape
Lancero/Panatela
Wrapper
Connecticut Broadleaf,  Maduro
Origin
Nicaragua
Flavored
False
Pressed
False
Has Tip
False
Binder
Mexican
Filler
Honduran,  Nicaraguan
Sweet
False
 
overall rating 4.97 out of 5 True { } True { } True { } Based on 32 Ratings
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5 out of 5
What an awesome smoke! My local cigar shop recommended The Tabernacle to me. The aroma is wonderful, notes of cocoa and earth. The burn is even throughout, beautiful draw and copious amount of smoke. In my opinion this is a true gem.
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5 out of 5
One of my favorite cigars. Full bodied with a hint of salt and pepper spiciness. Great weekend (or any day) cigar while relaxing with a fine glass of scotch.
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5 out of 5
I first smoked a Tabernacle at a cigar shop in Huntsville Alabama. The tobacconist there recommended it. I came home and ordered a box from CI. If you like a rich cigar with flavors of dried raisins, and baking spices then this is the one! The smoke is creamy with a hint of vanilla. This is not an infused cigar. I’m second thought you shouldn’t buy them. Just leave them for me. John D, WV
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5 out of 5
This is really a very good pick. Well rolled, perfect burn. Right there with any liga series for less.
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5 out of 5
Fast and delicious
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5 out of 5
Second box is on it's way. Highly recommend the Lancero. The extra flavor it provides from the wrapper is something that smacks your taste buds with complexity
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5 out of 5
Excellent construction, slow even burn to the nub without heating up. Definitely a cigar to smoke when you have time to truly enjoy it.
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5 out of 5
One of my best cigars
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5 out of 5
This is a great cigar. The perfect smoke.
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5 out of 5
By way of analogy, a normal cigar is to wine, as this Tabernacle is to whiskey.
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5 out of 5
Love these cigars ! Taste great , awesome aroma and pleasant ending . Secret go to cigar
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5 out of 5
Has quickly become my top 5. Beautiful oily wrapper with never ending flavor right to the nub. Stays lit with an even burn.
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5 out of 5
This is simply a perfect cigar. From bider to filler and that broad leaf wrapper it’s shear heaven. I can’t recommend this cigar enough.
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5 out of 5
Good sticks
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5 out of 5
Exceptional flavor throughout the duration of this stick. Draw is consistent which denotes Excellent construction.
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5 out of 5
EXCELLENT SMOKE
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5 out of 5
Long lasting flavor, full bodied, getting another box
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5 out of 5
One of my new favorites. I was a huge fan of the Liga #9 which seems to now be missing something. I guess I have found it with the Tabernacle Toro.
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5 out of 5
Tabs and Tabs CT-142 of ANY vitola ... and the elusive Tab Davids & Tab Goliaths - I can count on these every time for a most enjoyable smoke.
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5 out of 5
Excellent stick: Full body: draw is great: burns even: If you’re a Liga/9/T52 guy: you’ll love this cigar.
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5 out of 5
The Tabernacle cigar is flavorful and hand crafted to ensure a balanced burn. The best cigar I have ever enjoyed! GJP
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5 out of 5
I’m a fan of the Tabernacle Lancero, having been a Tabernacle fan for years. The Lancero is more flavorful smoke that the double corona which had been my go to evening smoke when I wanted a full bodied smoke, now it looks like I’ll be keeping 3 boxes of Tabernacles in the humidor, and save the Lancero for when I want full flavor without punch of a larger ringed cigar.
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5 out of 5
Bold flavor, but smooth, easy draw...my recent favorit.
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5 out of 5
If you like Liga #9, you'll love this cigar. Nice tight construction with a consistent draw, and dynamite flavors! I get pepper, spice, a little early, and maybe a touch of chocolate or cocoa.
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5 out of 5
I rarely give a cigar a 5 star review but this cigar deserves it. It’s an extremely well-made cigar with lots of complex flavors and a perfect construction. While it’s not a cheap cigar, it’s definitely worth the price. I’ve been smoking cigars for 30 years and The Tabernacle is one I will keep smoking for years.
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5 out of 5
If you're looking for the next best smoke.. you've found it. Buy it now..
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4 out of 5
Really great smoke. Make sure you have plenty of time to enjoy. Very smooth and flavorful. Had to knock off a star for 1/3 rd of the sticks in the entire box were cracked. Looked like someone dropped the box causing the damage (before it was packaged to be shipped - no signs of damage to cardboard box that it was shipped in). Shame on the QC guy that let it slide.
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5 out of 5
I've been smoking hand mades for over thirty years. This is a good one, in my personal top 5.
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5 out of 5
I love this cigar. Beautiful construction. I've tried 4 boxes of varying sizes and have not had a single bad cigar. Lush, strong.
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5 out of 5
Tried the Tabernacle on a recommendation and what a cigar. CI description is right on, flavor is amazing, perfect draw with no relights. A+++++
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5 out of 5
Love this smoke!
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5 out of 5
This beauty is an amazing smoke. Little pricy but it's worth it!!! Love it!
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