Solani’s Black & White is a unique blend of Black Cavendish, Latakia and Virginia that surpasses all expectations that “this is going to be a great mixture to try”. Solani… The name itself lends to qualities of excellence, a superlative in the tobacco world. What makes this refined concoction of leaves so satisfactory is that it can be enjoyed by all levels of pipe tobacco consumer, as well as those who don’t partake but are present. For the complete novice who may not know how to distinguish flavours, this is certainly a benchmark to be reckoned with. For the connoisseur, there are nuances and subtleties to appreciate as the aromas evolve throughout the bowl.

Opening the tin reveals a ready rubbed array of browns, from golden to black. The ex-flake is apparent though not dominant, giving you the choice to rub further or use as-is. With the aroma of pure tobaccos, this slightly sweet and rich blend may be suited to reserved occasions but is difficult to resist as an every day smoke. It burns long, clean and evenly, giving lots of creamy smoke fragranced with fruity Cavendish, smooth smoky Latakia and elegantly sweet Virginia.

The Summary…
Solani Black & White – Blend 763 pipe tobacco
Contents – Black Cavendish
Latakia and Virginia
Flavouring – Non
Cut – Ready Rubbed

Tasting Notes…
Strength – Medium
Flavouring – None Detected
Taste – Medium
Room Note – Pleasant to Tolerable

Solani History…

Having achieved stunning success in 1968 with the creation of the original blends for Borkum Riff it was in 1997 Rudiger L.Will developed the Solani range of pipe tobaccos.

Having been born into the trade, his father owned a tobacco factory in Buende , Germany R.L. Will immersed himself in his passion for tobacco. He travelled to North Carolina and Virginia where he studied tobacco growing, its handling and manufacture.

He is also responsible for the Reiner line of pipe tobaccos now highly regarded for their quality, taste and aroma.