The Story of Meerapfel
The Meerapfel family is a legendary name in the premium cigar world, tracing their tobacco legacy back over a century to Germany in 1876, when the family established their first cigar factory in Untergrombach, near Stuttgart.
Over generations, they expanded globally, notably saving the rare and highly prized Cameroon wrapper from extinction and becoming its leading cultivator and exporter.
Today, under the leadership of Jeremiah and Joshua Meerapfel, the fourth and fifth generations continue the legacy with unmatched craftsmanship and elegance Their philosophy—“UberLuxury”—embodies tradition, quality, and immersive luxury in every cigar they create.
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Richard Line
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The Richard Line pays tribute to Richard Meerapfel, who safeguarded and revived the legendary Cameroon wrapper. Bold yet refined, this line embodies the rich complexity of authentic Cameroon leaf, presented with unmatched craftsmanship and elegance.
Wrapper: Authentic Cameroon, rich and oily.
Flavor: Cocoa, cedar, roasted nuts, earthy spice.
Strength: Medium-to-full.
Experience: A bold, luxurious expression of the Cameroon wrapper with remarkable depth.
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Richard Robusto – 5 x 52
Wrapper: Authentic Cameroon, silky and oily.
Flavor: Dark chocolate, cedar, roasted hazelnuts, soft spice.
Strength: Medium-to-full.
Experience: A balanced smoke of ~45–55 minutes, delivering Cameroon’s richness in a compact format.
Richard Double Robusto – 5 ¾ x 52
Wrapper: Mature, well-fermented Cameroon.
Flavor: Cocoa, supple leather, espresso, black pepper.
Strength: Medium-to-full, deeper layering than the Robusto.
Experience: A longer journey (~60–70 minutes) with gradual flavor transitions and steady combustion.
Richard Churchill – 7 x 47
Wrapper: Elegant Cameroon wrapper with a lighter hue.
Flavor: Classic cedar, leather, mild coffee, sweet spice.
Strength: Medium.
Experience: A long, elegant smoke of ~75–90 minutes, perfect for evening sessions.
Richard Lonsdale – 6 ½ x 43
Wrapper: Thin, refined Cameroon.
Flavor: Cedar, light coffee, cocoa, white pepper.
Strength: Medium.
Experience: A slimmer vitola delivering cleaner, more focused flavors (~50–60 minutes), ideal for aficionados who enjoy precision and nuance.
Richard Pyramide – 6 ⅛ x 52
Wrapper: Dark Cameroon, rich with natural oils.
Flavor: Dark chocolate, espresso, black pepper, roasted nuts, dried fruit.
Strength: Medium-to-full with growing complexity.
Experience: The tapered shape creates evolving layers of flavor, a luxurious 70–80 minute experience.
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Ernest Line
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The Ernest Line honors Ernest Meerapfel, the visionary who expanded the family’s tobacco legacy beyond Europe and laid the foundation for their global success. This line embodies refinement and balance, offering a smoother interpretation of the Cameroon wrapper compared to Richard. It is elegant, sophisticated, and designed for those who seek subtle complexity rather than sheer power.
Wrapper: Authentic Cameroon, silky, well-aged, and carefully fermented.
Flavor: Creamy cedar, toasted bread, light cocoa, roasted almonds, gentle spice, and subtle sweetness.
Strength: Medium – refined and approachable, with a smooth progression.
Experience: The most balanced line within the Umbrella Series, offering harmony, elegance, and nuanced complexity. Ideal for aficionados who appreciate finesse over raw power.
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Ernest Robusto – 5 x 52
Wrapper: Authentic Cameroon, silky and well-aged.
Flavor: Creamy cedar, toasted bread, light cocoa, gentle spice.
Strength: Medium.
Experience: A well-rounded 45–55 minute smoke, offering harmony and finesse in a classic robusto format.
Ernest Double Robusto – 5 ¾ x 52
Wrapper: Cameroon, perfectly fermented with a smooth texture.
Flavor: Cedar, roasted almonds, subtle sweetness, mild pepper.
Strength: Medium-to-full, slightly richer than the Robusto.
Experience: A 60–70 minute session with steady development and a luxurious balance of flavors.
Ernest Corona Gorda – 5 ⅝ x 46
Wrapper: Cameroon, thinner cut for sharper flavor delivery.
Flavor: Earthy cedar, espresso, nutmeg, soft cocoa.
Strength: Medium.
Experience: A focused 45–55 minute smoke, more direct and intense due to the slimmer ring gauge.
Ernest Lonsdale – 6 ½ x 43
Wrapper: Refined Cameroon wrapper with delicate veins.
Flavor: Cedar, leather, herbal notes, white pepper, dried fruit.
Strength: Medium.
Experience: A longer, elegant smoke (~60–70 minutes), offering clarity and precision in flavor progression.
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Meir Line
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The Meir Line pays tribute to Meir Meerapfel, the pioneer who founded the family’s first cigar factory in Germany in 1876. This line is a celebration of tradition and heritage, designed to reflect the timeless values of craftsmanship, authenticity, and family legacy. It carries the essence of classic Cameroon tobacco but interprets it with a dignified, historic character—rich, elegant, and deeply rooted in the origins of the Meerapfel story.
Wrapper: Authentic Cameroon, aged and carefully selected.
Flavor: Cedar, espresso, cocoa, leather, roasted nuts, with a touch of dried fruit sweetness.
Strength: Medium-to-full – dignified, layered, and traditional.
Experience: A timeless tribute cigar that embodies heritage and elegance, offering a classic old-world character with refined complexity.
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Meir Robusto – 5 x 52
Wrapper: Authentic Cameroon, silky and oily.
Flavor: Cedar, espresso, light cocoa, nutty sweetness.
Strength: Medium-to-full.
Experience: A balanced ~45–55 minute smoke, ideal for experiencing the richness of the Meir heritage in a compact format.
Meir Double Robusto – 5 ¾ x 52
Wrapper: Cameroon, dark and rich in texture.
Flavor: Leather, roasted nuts, dark chocolate, mild black pepper.
Strength: Medium-to-full with enhanced depth.
Experience: ~60–70 minutes of refined strength and heritage-driven complexity.
Meir Churchill – 7 x 47
Wrapper: Cameroon, smooth with subtle sheen.
Flavor: Cedar, dried fruit, herbal notes, and a touch of spice.
Strength: Medium.
Experience: A long and elegant smoke (~75–90 minutes), traditional and refined, perfect for contemplative sessions.
Meir Lonsdale – 6 ½ x 43
Wrapper: Refined Cameroon leaf, thinner cut.
Flavor: Cedar, espresso, white pepper, subtle sweetness.
Strength: Medium.
Experience: ~55–65 minutes of focused flavor clarity with a classic old-world profile.
Meir Pyramide – 6 ⅛ x 52
Wrapper: Cameroon, dark and well-fermented.
Flavor: Cocoa, cedar, espresso, leather, touch of dried fruit.
Strength: Medium-to-full.
Experience: A tapered format delivering evolving complexity, ~70–80 minutes of historic luxury.