(Ended) 2022 C&D Palmetto Balkan *Inaugural Release*

Unopened and already puffy 3 year old 8 ounce tin of one of C&D’s most elusive blends. A tribute to the Oriental-forward blends of yesteryear, Cornell & Diehl's Small Batch release, Palmetto Balkan, delivers a uniquely Carolina-inspired interpretation of the celebrated Balkan mixtures that have captivated so many pipe smokers over the years.

Spearheaded by a foundation of tangy, mature, sun-cured 2018 Basma and 2019 Izmir Orientals with naturally sweet Carolina Red Virginias and a proprietary method for processing Latakia, Palmetto Balkan produces a mellow, balanced smoking experience rich with notes of stone fruits, subtle wood smoke, and a slightly dry finish that calls to mind the signature character of long-lost Syrian leaf. The inventive treatment of the mixture's Latakia component is of particular interest — mellowing the modern Latakia's often dominating campfire note and creating a harmonious equilibrium of flavors.

The first 8oz pipe tobacco in the Small Batch portfolio, Palmetto Balkan is a stunning and inviting mixture — unique and complex enough for connoisseurs of the Balkan family and approachable enough for enthusiasts new to the genre.

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