Chenet’s Cake is part of Cornell & Diehl’s Cellar Series, designed for aging and long-term flavor development. It’s a Perique-forward crumble cake that showcases the depth and complexity of this unique Louisiana tobacco.

🌿 Composition & Cut

• Tobaccos:
  • Perique (dominant component, rich and spicy)
  • Red Virginias (providing natural sweetness and balance)
• Cut: Pressed into a dense crumble cake, which can be sliced or rubbed out. This format enhances aging potential and melds flavors over time.

🍂 Flavor Profile

• Tin Note: Deep, fermented fruit aroma—figs, raisins, and plums—combined with earthy spice and a subtle tang from Virginias.
• Taste:
  • First Light: Bold Perique spice with dark fruit sweetness.
  • Mid-Bowl: Complex interplay of peppery notes, tangy Virginias, and a wine-like richness.
  • Finish: Smooth, lingering sweetness with a dry, earthy undertone.
• Overall Character: Robust, spicy, and fruity—a true showcase of Perique.

🧭 Strength & Room Note

• Strength: Medium to strong (Perique adds noticeable nicotine and spice).
• Flavor Intensity: Full-bodied and rich.
• Room Note: Earthy and pungent—distinctive but not overly harsh.

🔥 Smoking Experience

• Burn Quality: Cool and slow when properly prepared; crumble cake encourages a relaxed pace.
• Moisture: Usually ready to smoke, but a short dry time can improve burn.
• Technique: Best enjoyed when gently broken apart and packed loosely.

🌟 Aging Potential

• Designed for Cellaring: Aging enhances sweetness, mellows spice, and deepens complexity. Many enthusiasts recommend 5+ years for peak flavor.

📦 Packaging

• Tin Size: 2 oz (≈56.7 g), also available in 8 oz tins.
• Presentation: Firm crumble cake inside a round tin, part of the Cellar Series.

Chenet’s Cake is ideal for experienced smokers who appreciate bold, spicy blends and want a tobacco that improves dramatically with age.