CIGARBOX
Near synonym for "tobacco" aroma detected in the nose, especially if a "cedarwood" component is present. Spanish cedarwood is the traditional material for making cigar boxes.
CEDAR/CEDARWOOD (see also CIGARBOX).
Aroma component often found in fine red wines.
Tobacco
Commonly found on Cabernet Sauvignon from Bordeaux or Napa, tobacco is a tasting term referring to cigarbox or cedarwood aromas.
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