Foundation Cigar Company Ships The Wise Man Lancero

Cigar fans, get ready—Foundation Cigar Company has officially started shipping the brand-new Wise Man Corojo Lancero and Wise Man Maduro Lancero. These elegant 7 x 40 vitolas were first revealed at the 2025 PCA Trade Show in New Orleans, and now they’re making their way to shelves at select tobacconists across the U.S.

For many smokers, the Lancero format holds a special place—it’s a slim, refined cigar that delivers a focused expression of a blend. Nicholas Melillo, Foundation’s founder and master blender, tied this release to his roots and family tradition:

“These vitolas represent a deep connection to my roots as a blender and to my grandfather, who always appreciated the elegance of the Lancero format,” Melillo shared.

Here’s what smokers can expect from each expression:

• Wise Man Maduro Lancero – A darker, bolder take featuring a Connecticut Broadleaf wrapper, San Andrés binder, and Nicaraguan fillers. Smokers will find deep notes of cocoa, espresso, and earth, rounded by a touch of sweetness that Maduro fans crave.
• Wise Man Corojo Lancero – A true Nicaraguan puro, dressed in a Corojo 99 wrapper and packed with fillers from Estelí and Jalapa. The result is a lively profile of spice, cedar, and refined natural sweetness. In this size, the flavors are concentrated and elegant.

Both cigars come in 20-count boxes, staying true to the spirit of heritage, craftsmanship, and complexity that defines the Wise Man series.

Retailers chosen for the initial rollout are receiving their shipments this week, with broader availability expected later this fall. If you’re a Lancero lover—or just curious how these celebrated blends perform in a slender format—this release is worth hunting down.

Cigar Specs:

• Vitolas: Lancero (7 x 40)
• Blends: Corojo (Nicaraguan puro) / Maduro (Connecticut Broadleaf–San Andrés–Nicaraguan fillers)
• Packaging: 20-count boxes
• Availability: Shipping now, wider release coming fall 2025

About Foundation Cigar Company

Founded by Nicholas Melillo in 2015, Foundation Cigar Company is dedicated to producing premium cigars that honor tradition while embracing innovation. Headquartered in the Connecticut River Valley and manufactured in Estelí, Nicaragua, Foundation has released celebrated brands such as The Wise Man, The Tabernacle, Highclere Castle, Charter Oak, Aksum, Olmec, and The Upsetters.

The company continues to push the boundaries of quality and craftsmanship, earning accolades from cigar aficionados worldwide.