A Message from Michael Herklots
Dear Friends, You may have read the recent editorial from Cigar Aficionado, which did not fully reflect the substance of Altria’s comments on the Food & Drug Administration’s Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (ANPRM) on the Regulation of Premium Cigars. I wanted to offer my perspective by providing my colleagues and friends in the industry with additional context on Altria’s comments. I urge you to read the letter (also posted below), and our comments , in their entirety and come to your own informed opinion about the company’s commitment to the premium cigar industry. You might also want to read John McTavish’s blog , which was posted on July 31 and gives a very informed perspective on Altria’s ANPRM comments: Gratefully, Michael Herklots Vice President, Retail and Brand Development, Nat Sherman International -- Dear Friends, You may have read the recent editorial from Cigar Aficionado, which did not fully reflect the substance of Altria’s rec