A discussion with three cigar-blending luminaries about the concept of “vintage” in the premium cigar industry and whether consistency is overrated.

The quintessential New York gentleman, Michael Herklots has become a most respected figure of the premium cigar world. Whether in his most recent role as vice president of Nat Sherman - responsible for creating and maintaining the company’s portfolio of premium cigars, as well as overseeing Nat Sherman International’s flagship Townhouse retail store in New York City - or during his time with Davidoff of Geneva: Herklots firmly established himself in the industry.