McCranie's Red Ribbon, Vintage 2000

The 2000-stamped release of Red Ribbon is the ribbon-cut batch of McCranie's tobacconist's unflavored red Virginia blend, made from that year's harvest. Since the blend is produced on a single-harvest basis, each stamp carries its own year's leaf; records mention the 1983, 1996, and 2000 releases. In the younger release, Virginia's herbal, tea-like line and natural sugar sweetness are more pronounced; the creamy depth that stands out in older harvests builds over time.