About the Romeo y Julieta Prince of Wales
The Romeo y Julieta Prince of Wales belongs to one of the most storied brands in Cuban tobacco, a marque founded in 1875 and long associated with romance, prestige, and approachable balance. This particular smoke draws its name from royal connection, echoing the same heritage that links the house to Sir Winston Churchill, whose patronage gave the Churchill format its name. Rolled in the classic Julieta No.2 vitola, the Prince of Wales presents a full seven inches of carefully crafted Habano that has charmed aficionados seeking refinement over raw power.
Flavor profile by thirds
The first third opens gently, with soft cedar and a creamy sweetness that sets a relaxed tone. As the cigar moves into its middle third the body fills out, revealing earthy depth, light toast, and a subtle nuttiness laced with honeyed undertones. By the final third the smoke settles into a warm, woody finish, holding its composure without ever turning harsh, which keeps the experience smooth from light to nub.
Pairings
- A glass of aged Cuban rum to mirror the cigar’s gentle sweetness
- Freshly brewed espresso or a milky cortado for the morning palate
- A lightly peated single malt whisky for slow evening contemplation
Aging and storage
Like most Habanos, the Prince of Wales rewards patience. Kept at roughly 65 to 70 percent relative humidity and a steady temperature near 18 degrees Celsius, the cigar continues to round out, softening any youthful edges and deepening its cedar and sweet earth character over time. Store it in a well seasoned humidor, rotate the sticks occasionally, and give freshly arrived cigars a few weeks of rest before lighting up.
Who it is for
This is an ideal cigar for smokers who favor elegance and balance over intensity. Newcomers will appreciate its forgiving, mild to medium body, while seasoned enthusiasts return to it for an unhurried Churchill that pairs beautifully with conversation and a long afternoon. If you enjoy classic Cuban smoothness with quiet complexity, the Prince of Wales earns a place in your rotation.
Frequently asked questions
What size is the Romeo y Julieta Prince of Wales?
It is a Churchill in the Julieta No.2 vitola, measuring 7.0 inches (178mm) in length with a 47 ring gauge.
How strong is this cigar?
It sits in the mild to medium range, making it smooth and accessible while still offering genuine depth of flavor.
What does it taste like?
Expect gentle cedar, sweet earth, light toast, and a honeyed nuttiness that carries through to a warm, woody finish.
Explore more
Browse all Romeo y Julieta cigars, see our Romeo y Julieta price guide, or try the Romeo y Julieta Hermosos No.1 Limited Edition 2003 and Romeo y Julieta ESCUDOS Edición Limitada 2007. Store yours in a seasoned humidor and see our guide on how long cigars last. Learn more from Wikipedia, the official Habanos S.A. site.