Erik Espinosa celebrates two decades of the legendary 93-rated 601 Blue with the release of the ultra-limited 601 Blue Label Maduro 20th Anniversary. Crafted to commemorate 20 years of one of Espinosa’s most beloved blends, this special release delivers the bold maduro character fans crave in a refined new format.

Handmade at the famed La Zona factory in Estelí, Nicaragua, this 6 3/4 x 56 Toro Grande features a unique soft-pressed “Oval” shape, offering a more rounded feel in the hand while maintaining the rich intensity that made the original 601 Blue Label Maduro a cult favorite. Draped in a dark, oily Connecticut Broadleaf wrapper over aged Nicaraguan tobaccos, this medium-to-full-bodied smoke pours out dense flavors of espresso, dark chocolate, sweet earth, and charred oak, all backed by Espinosa’s signature black pepper kick on the retrohale.

Originally unveiled as an exclusive release during the PCA 2026 trade show, the 601 Blue Label Maduro 20th Anniversary is a must-have for longtime 601 fans and maduro lovers alike. Rich, balanced, and unapologetically bold, this celebratory release honors the legacy of a line that helped cement Espinosa’s reputation. Production is extremely limited, so don’t miss your chance to celebrate 20 years of 601 greatness. Grab a box today before this anniversary release disappears for good!