Foundation Cigars has always been a favorite at Oak Glen Tobacconist. Due to owner and blender Nick Melillo’s vision and diverse portfolio, it has been with us since we opened the shop. The full lineup of Foundation from the Olmec cigars, Aksum, Wise Man, and beyond encompasses so many things about Nicaraguan tobacco that we […]
Foundation cigars have been a favorite at Oak Glen Tobacconist since the beginning. Nick Melillo’s approach to tobacco is superb, and the proof is in the pudding. From his vast portfolio of cigars, he has something different and dynamic to offer everyone. One of his most impressive cigars is the Foundation Tabernacle Havana Seed CT […]
“Anyone who has smoked Connecticut cigar brands of old knows the Perfecto is a classic size. “Back in the day, it was the vitola of choice for connoisseurs. When it came time to create a line extension to the Tabernacle, the blend in these two sizes could not be ignored.” – Nick Melillo, Chief of […]
There are so many reasons this cigar has to be talked about. This is one of those legendary blends by an absolute legend in the Industry. Originally, Mr. Nick Melillo worked for Drew Estate as the main tobacco purchaser for the company. As his talent became more refined, his knowledge of the tobacco craft increased. […]