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Perique is a very distinctive pipe tobacco known for its intense and spicy aroma. Its processing begins with harvesting the tobacco leaves, which are then subjected to an anaerobic fermentation process. The leaves are pressed into wooden barrels, where they remain compressed for several months. During this fermentation, in the absence of oxygen, complex aromas develop along with a rich and bold flavor that sets Perique apart from other tobaccos. This traditional processing method is essential to achieve the organoleptic characteristics that make Perique so appreciated in the slow-smoking and pipe world. 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