Macanudo Ecuadorian Shade Gigante

Size: Gordo (6 x 60)

Wrapper: Ecuadorian Shade

Binder: U.S. Broadleaf

Filler: Dominican Piloto, Nicaraguan Condega, Nicaraguan Esteli, and Dominican Olor

Tasting Notes: Salty, Fruit, Rich, Dried Fruit

Description: Smooth, radiant, and effortlessly refined, the Macanudo Ecuadorian Shade is the easygoing charmer that proves subtlety can still steal the spotlight. Handcrafted in Estelí, Nicaragua, this box-pressed beauty is wrapped in a silky Ecuadorian Shade leaf that delivers a creamy, mellow character with just a touch of natural sweetness—perfectly in line with the signature balance Macanudo lovers know by heart. Beneath that flawless exterior lies the same expertly composed blend of Dominican Piloto Cubano and Nicaraguan fillers, supported by a dependable U.S. Broadleaf binder, creating a smoke that’s harmonious from first light to final draw. Developed alongside its bolder Sumatra sibling, the Ecuadorian Shade offers a softer, more relaxed expression of the blend—ideal for those moments when you want elegance, smooth flavor, and just enough nuance to keep things interesting without ever overwhelming the senses.