A Review of The Impossible Collection of Cigars by Aaron Sigmond
For the true cigar aficionado, a humidor is never just a box; it is a treasure chest. Assouline’s The Impossible Collection of Cigars takes this concept to its most luxurious extreme, presenting not merely a book but a hand-bound, oversized objet d’art housed in a traditional wooden cigar box. As part of the publisher’s prestigious Ultimate Collection, this volume is as much a statement piece as it is a literary journey.
Authored by industry veteran Aaron Sigmond, the book curates an “impossible” selection of the most remarkable cigars of the 20th and 21st centuries. It transports readers from the fabled fields of Cuba to the workshops of legendary makers like Nicaragua’s Padrón, the Dominican Republic’s Arturo Fuente, and Davidoff of Geneva. The text serves as a connoisseur’s guide, distinguishing the attributes of these coveted smokes with the authority of someone who has spent over three decades in the world of cigars.
However, the true genius of this edition lies in its physical craftsmanship. True to Assouline’s savoir-faire, the volume features over 100 illustrations, many of which are printed on separate sheets of premium art paper and meticulously hand-tipped onto each page. This artisanal process, combined with hand-tipped authentic cigar bands, gives the book a tactile, collectible quality that transcends traditional publishing. Presented with complimentary white gloves and a signature canvas tote, it is an heirloom piece designed for the collector who appreciates that the ritual of a great cigar is matched only by the beauty of the objects that celebrate it.
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