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Ashton Estate Sun Grown (ESG)
Ashton Estate Sun Grown (ESG)
Ashton Estate Sun Grown (ESG)
Ashton Estate Sun Grown (ESG)
Ashton Estate Sun Grown (ESG)
Ashton Estate Sun Grown (ESG)

Ashton Estate Sun Grown (ESG)

5.0 (1 Review)
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  • Strength

    Medium-Full, Medium

  • Origin/Country

    Dominican Republic

  • Wrapper Type

    Dominican Republic

  • Binder

    Dominican Republic

  • Filler

    Dominican Republic

  • Made

    HM

  • Flavored

    Natural
VITOLA PACKING PRICE QTY
Ashton Estate Sun Grown (ESG) 20-Year Salute

Churchill

6 3/4 x 49

Box of 25

Only 5 left
US$ 737.50

US$ 662.95
Ashton Estate Sun Grown (ESG) 21-Year Salute

Robusto

5 1/4 x 52

Box of 25

In Stock
US$ 700.00

US$ 629.95
Ashton Estate Sun Grown (ESG) 23-Year Salute

Toro

6 1/4 x 52

Box of 25

In Stock
US$ 750.00

US$ 674.95
Ashton Estate Sun Grown (ESG) 24-Year Salute

Perfecto

6 5/8 x 48

Box of 25

In Stock
US$ 775.00

US$ 696.95
Ashton Estate Sun Grown (ESG) 22-Year Salute

Pyramid

6 x 52

Box of 25

Out of Stock
US$ 756.25

US$ 679.95

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About Ashton Estate Sun Grown (ESG)

Ashton ESG (Estate Sun Grown) represents one of the most remarkable achievements in Dominican blending, born from an extraordinary collaboration between brand founder Robert Levin and legendary Master Blender Carlito Fuente. Developed to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the brand, this line was designed as an ultra-rare Dominican puro featuring tobaccos cultivated exclusively on the famed Chateau de la Fuente estate in El Caribe, Dominican Republic. The centerpiece of this blend is its lustrous Dominican Sun Grown wrapper, harvested from private farm sectors dedicated solely to this line.

Lighting up this medium-to-full bodied cigar reveals an intricate and dense profile from the very first draw. The wrapper leaf interacts seamlessly with the aged Dominican binder and filler core, opening with an assertive wave of signature Dominican spice. As the burn line progresses down the barrel, rich layers of cedar, graham cracker, cocoa, and dark molasses begin to balance the initial spice kick. The ratio of combustible seco and rich ligero tobaccos ensures a cool, slow burn and a remarkably smooth draw, culminating in a complex, aromatic finish with hints of black pepper.

This line is highly sought-after among connoisseurs due to the extreme agricultural rarity of its wrapper tobacco, which is grown in very limited quantities each crop year. A notable detail about this release is that each vitola was introduced annually to mark specific brand milestones—beginning with the 20-Year Salute and progressing year by year up to the 24-Year Salute. Because these oily, sun-grown wrappers require meticulous aging and care, we ship every box straight from our Dominican aging room. Through our factory-fresh model and strict 70/70 climate control, your cigars arrive in pristine smoking condition.

More Blend Details

Origin: Dominican Republic

Factory: Tabacalera Arturo Fuente

Available Sizes: Robusto (5 1/4 x 52), Pyramid (6 x 52), Toro (6 1/4 x 52), Perfecto (6 5/8 x 48), Churchill (6 3/4 x 49)

Packaging: Boxes of 25

Ratings: Cigar Aficionado awarded Ashton ESG cigars multiple 87+ point ratings.

Pairing & Recommendations

To complement the cedar, graham cracker, cocoa, and molasses tasting notes of this medium-to-full bodied blend, we recommend pairing it with a high-proof Kentucky straight bourbon, a neat pour of single malt Scotch, or a rich dark roast espresso. The natural sweetness of the bourbon or the roasted bitterness of the espresso balances the signature Dominican spice, allowing the complex notes of the sun-grown wrapper to show through clearly. This is a dense, celebratory cigar best suited for the late afternoon or evening following a memorable meal.

Given the oily, toothy nature of the Chateau de la Fuente sun-grown wrapper, use a double-guillotine cutter to snip the cap cleanly, taking extra care on shaped vitolas like the Pyramid or Perfecto to avoid tearing the leaf. Toast the foot slowly using a soft flame or hold a torch lighter several inches away to gently ignite the foot without scorching the wrapper. Maintain a deliberate, steady puffing cadence; drawing too frequently can overheat the dense Dominican core, which can mute the delicate molasses and graham cracker nuances.

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About Ashton Estate Sun Grown (ESG)

Frequently Asked Questions

Here you'll find answers to frequently asked questions for both first-time and experienced smokers

Is Ashton ESG a good cigar?

Yes, it is widely regarded as one of the finest Dominican puros ever produced. Blended by Carlito Fuente and Robert Levin, it combines rare Chateau de la Fuente estate tobaccos with exceptional rolling quality.

If you check any reputable Ashton ESG review, experts consistently praise its deep complexity, smooth draw, and balance of spice, cedar, and sweet molasses notes.

You should store every Ashton Estate Sun Grown cigar in a seasoned humidor maintained at 70% relative humidity and 70 degrees Fahrenheit (70/70 climate control). Because the sun-grown wrapper is rich in essential oils, maintaining stable humidity and temperature prevents the leaf from cracking and protects the delicate flavor profile during long-term storage.

The Ashton ESG price reflects its status as an ultra-rare, estate-grown release, typically ranging from $629.95 for a 25-count box of the 21-Year Salute Robusto up to $696.95 for a 25-count box of the 24-Year Salute Perfecto. Single cigars generally cost between $25.00 and $28.00 depending on the specific vitola, representing an investment in rare, estate-harvested Dominican tobacco.

The main differences lie in the wrapper origin, strength, and blend composition. The Ashton VSG (Virgin Sun Grown) features a dark Ecuadorian sun-grown wrapper grown by the Oliva family over a Nicaraguan and Dominican interior, delivering a full-bodied, spicy punch. In contrast, the Ashton ESG is a 100% Dominican puro using an ultra-rare wrapper grown directly on the Chateau de la Fuente estate, offering a medium-to-full profile focused on dense complexity, cedar, and refined spice.

You can buy authentic Ashton ESG cigars directly from us right here at Cigar Country. By shipping directly from our Dominican humidor, we eliminate middlemen and guarantee that your boxes arrive factory-fresh, preserved under strict climate controls from our facility straight to your door.

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