William C. Paley, Chairman of La Palina, celebrates his 75th birthday this year—his Diamond Anniversary. In honor of this milestone, La Palina proudly presents the El Año 1948 Cigar, a commemorative creation blended to perfection over time.
Crafted with the discerning palate in mind, the La Palina El Año 1948 features a medium-bodied profile that showcases a rich blend of aged Nicaraguan tobaccos, all encased in a luxurious Ecuadorian Sumatra wrapper. Smokers can expect notes of cedar, roasted coffee, and dark chocolate, with subtle hints of sweet spice and black pepper. The finish is long and creamy, with a smooth complexity that builds as the cigar progresses, offering a truly refined smoking experience.
The box and band design pay tribute to Manhattan, New York, and Estelí, Nicaragua, as they appeared in 1948. A photo of Paley from his time serving in Vietnam adds a personal touch to this celebratory release.
Here’s to Bill Paley’s 75 years, and to all who share his passion for exploration, taste, and flavor. Enjoy this luminous offering as we celebrate a remarkable journey.
In celebration of his three-quarters of a century, Bill, and all of us at La Palina, offer this commemorative cigar – crafted with a refined blend honed over time. It’s a luminous gift to be shared with others to laud a momentous achievement, and does it ever sparkle.
Happy 75th, Bill. And to all who share his passionate desire to explore life, taste and flavor: Enjoy.