The club
is its people

A researcher of tobacco history and its present day. Curiosity by nature; preserving knowledge as a calling.

A bibliophile and connoisseur of mysteries. There is always room in the club for wit, style and an unexpected point of view.

‘For me, a cigar creates a space of its own for reflection and conversation with people who are genuinely interesting.’

‘I was fortunate: at some point my love of cigars grew from a passion into my life’s work. Since then, both work and leisure have brought me genuine pleasure.’

‘Between the sea and the mountains, I choose the mountains.’ Strength, collecting and a love of expressive cigars.

Hiking and cycling, family visits to theatres and museums — and an evening with a good book.

Cars, video production, golf, theatre and extreme sports — curiosity about life in all its variety.

‘The people around me can describe me best.’ Brief, and very much in the club’s spirit.

‘If the choice is between the sea and the Russian North, I will always choose the North.’

Negotiation, management methodology, books, contract bridge and Go — a habit of looking beyond first impressions.

Sailing, boxing and archaeological expeditions — movement, character and an interest in history.

‘My passions are cigars and the pipe. I have no single favourite cigar: I am always looking for new flavours.’