Bolívar Petit Libertador Edición Regional Francia
The Bolívar Petit Libertador stands as a distinguished addition to the Regional Edition series, crafted exclusively for the French market. This special release arrived in 2008, representing a unique vitola within the prestigious Bolívar portfolio and offering French aficionados an exclusive smoking experience.
Vitola Details
Known in the factory as the Petit Robustos, this format delivers the essence of the Bolívar brand in a compact yet substantial presentation. The cigar measures 102mm (approximately 4 inches) in length with a 50 ring gauge, placing it firmly in the robusto family while offering a slightly shorter smoking time than traditional robustos.
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Factory Name | Petit Robustos |
| Length | 102mm (4 inches) |
| Ring Gauge | 50 |
| Official Weight | 9.59g |
| Construction | Handmade |
Packaging and Production
The Petit Libertador was released in two presentation formats. Collectors could acquire numbered dress boxes containing either 10 or 25 cigars. The production run included 2,800 boxes of 10 cigars alongside 3,000 boxes of 25 cigars, making this a genuinely limited release for the French territory.
Band Design
This Regional Edition features the standard Bolívar band (type C) accompanied by a distinctive Regional Edition secondary band specifically marked for France ("Francia"). This dual-band presentation clearly identifies the cigar as an exclusive French market release, distinguishing it from regular production Bolívar cigars.
Release Information
The Bolívar Petit Libertador Edición Regional Francia made its debut on January 1, 2008, as part of Habanos S.A.'s ongoing program of territory-specific releases. These Regional Editions allow each designated market to receive unique sizes not available in standard production lines, creating collectible cigars that reflect both the brand's heritage and the exclusivity demanded by discerning enthusiasts.
Brand Context
Bolívar, named after the South American revolutionary Simón Bolívar, is renowned for producing full-bodied Cuban cigars with rich, earthy characteristics. The Petit Libertador carries this tradition forward in its exclusive French Regional Edition format, offering the brand's signature intensity in a convenient smoking duration.