601 Blue Label Maduro Prominente (5.5×56) – Box of 20

601 is one of my favorite brands and the Blue Label Prominente cigar may just be the best of the bunch! The cigar comes assembled with a juicy, black Connecticut Broadleaf wrapper that is oily and smooth to the touch and the aged Nicaraguan binder and filler tobaccos really add some kick.

Every puff delivers amazing maduro flavors of chocolate, pepper, coffee, and spice in medium to full body fashion. Thanks to being square- pressed, I always enjoy an effortless draw and a very slow burn. Prominente is my favorite size in the lineup with its big, but not overbearing 5.5 x 56 length and ring gauge.

The 601 brand has truly outdone themselves with this truly delicious, top-quality maduro cigar!

The 601 Blue Label Maduro Prominente is the “heavyweight” of the 601 lineup, famously developed by Erik Espinosa and produced at the legendary La Zona factory. This 5.5 x 56 powerhouse is designed for the experienced smoker who craves a thick, oily smoke with intense sweetness and a massive nicotine punch.

The Broadleaf Powerhouse

The 601 Blue Label Prominente is defined by its dark, toothy Connecticut Broadleaf Maduro wrapper. This prized leaf is naturally fermented for an extended period to achieve a deep, oily sheen and a profile that balances intense spice with a rich, chocolatey sweetness. The 56-ring gauge is substantial, allowing for a massive volume of smoke and a cooler burn that protects the delicate oils in the leaf.

La Zona Craftsmanship

Blended by Erik Espinosa, this cigar is a celebration of Nicaraguan strength. The filler and binder are composed of aged tobaccos from the Estelí region, known for producing the most powerful leaves in the country. Despite its strength, the 601 Blue Label remains incredibly smooth, a testament to the expert fermentation and aging processes used at the La Zona factory.

Flavor Profile: Dark, Rich, and Intense

This is a full-throttle cigar that evolves beautifully over its 60-to-80-minute smoking time.

The Initial Blast: A concentrated punch of black pepper and damp earth.
The Sweet Spot: As the cigar settles, the Broadleaf wrapper dominates with notes of dark cocoa, roasted espresso, and black cherry.
The Final Third: The strength reaches its peak, with a long, chewy finish of leather and sweet tobacco spice.

Attribute	Specification
Brand	601 Cigars (Espinosa Premium Cigars)
Line	Blue Label Maduro
Shape	Prominente (Grand Robusto)
Dimensions	5.5” x 56
Strength	Full
Wrapper	Connecticut Broadleaf Maduro
Binder	Nicaragua
Filler	Nicaragua (Estelí)
Packaging	Box of 20

Key Benefits

Broadleaf Excellence: Features one of the most sought-after wrapper types for lovers of Maduro cigars.
Max Volume: The 56-ring gauge provides an effortless draw and huge smoke output.
Complexity through Strength: Unlike many “strong” cigars, the 601 Blue maintains a balanced, evolving flavor profile.