Davidoff Master Selection 2010 Review

The Davidoff Master Selection 2010 is one of the six master selection blends set to be released by Davidoff this year. Each year Eladio Diaz; the master blender from Davidoff blends a cigar for himself to celebrate his birthday. Those blends have never been made available to the public until now; with the release of the Davidoff Master Selection Series. The 2010 Edition is the latest iteration to arrive from this wonderful, and unique series of cigars. The six cigars in the Master Selection Series all share the same size parameters, 6 inches by 52 ring gauge. They are also extremely limited with only 2300 boxes of 10 being made available.

Blend Profile:

Wrapper: Ecuador Habano
Binder: San Andres (Mexico)
Filler: Dominican Republic (Piloto Ligero 10-years-old, San Vicente Ligero and San Vicente Viso) & Nicaragua (Estelí Viso and Semilla A Seco)

Tasting Notes:

The cigars hits the ground running with some intense notes of cedar, and spice. The cedary spicy characteristics are soon complemented nicely by a nutty sweetness. The sweetness lingers pleasantly on the finish. Pepper is extremely prevalent on the retrohale, settling firmly on the back of your palate. As the cigar progress leather becomes one of the more predominant flavors with some subtle notes of coffee. Overall this cigar is an excellent, rich, and full bodied smoke with ample of amounts of complexity and smoothness.  ~Brandon Ribbing, 2017

Padrons Now Available in Square Tubos

No two activities go better hand in hand than cigars, and golf. Padron has just made this equation much easier; with the release of two new sizes in boxed pressed tubes.You can now throw a 1964 padron in your golf bag without the worry of pulling out a damaged cigar. The two sizes released are the Presidente (6 x 50) and the Soberano (5 x 52). Both sizes are box-pressed, offered in natural and maduro wrapper, and come in square, two-piece aluminum tubes packed in 15 count boxes. This release follows the success of Padron’s first tubo release in the form of the Padrón 1926 Serie No. 90. Unlike the No. 90; Padron has decided to stick to their classic boxed press format, and its original 1964 blend that has been a staple in many humidors since its release in 1994.

Blend Info:

Wrapper: Nicaraguan Maduro / Natural
Binder: Nicaraguan
Filler: Nicaraguan

Smoking Experince:

The tube itself is extremely attractive, and is constructed out of a high grade aluminum. The tube will definitely protect the cigar from almost anything. It also makes for a great presentation if your gifting the cigar to someone. After lighting the cigar; the initial thing most people notice when smoking a Padron is the cigars draw. Padrons tend to be on the looser side; putting out tons of thick textured smoke. The cigar provides ample flavors of semi-sweet baking chocolate, earth, leather, and just the right amount of pepper to balance everything nicely. The cigar stays pretty consistent for me throughout as far as the flavors go, but when the flavors are this good that's not a bad thing. The cigar also starts, and finishes squarely between medium and full bodied. Over the years the 1964 line has been a go-to for many cigar smokers including myself. Now with the edition of the Padron 1964 Tubos it's become even more convenient to grab one on the go.  ~Brandon Ribbing, 2017

Avo Ritmo Available Now

The Avo Syncro Ritmo promises aficionados a smoking experience like no other. With a description of an unmatched intensity and complex flavors due to the 7 different countries of origin in which this cigar boast we could not be more excited to be one of the first to review this new release. The Ritmo is available in four different sizes; Robusto (5 x 50), Toro (6 x 54), Torpedo Largo (7 x 54) and finally the Special Toro (6 x  60)  ensuring the perfect fit for any connoisseur.

Featuring an Ecuadorian wrapper the cigar appears roasted brown in color and could not be any more perfect in construction. The Mexican binder along with fillers from Nicaragua, Peru, Brazil Honduras and the Dominican Republic collaborate in such a way that truly must be experienced by any and all cigar aficionados. Aromas of roasted nuts and spice immediately caught my attention even before the first puff.

As to be expected with Avo cigars, they have once again gone above and beyond with their newest addition and delivered full heartedly on their promises. The Ritmo delivers notes of roasted nuts with a peppery finish that are maintained throughout the entire smoke. The draw airy and easy draw produces a pleasant amount of smoke perfect for maximizing flavors and enjoyment. Entering the second third, the Ritmo maintains the full flavor intensity while delivering a pleasurable peppery taste that awakens the palate.  As the Avo finishes sweeter tones are delivered with notes of coffee and chocolate and are complemented by a creamy texture making this a difficult cigar to put down.

Ritmo, Spanish for rhythm is the perfect way to sum up my experience with Avo’s newest selection. The cigar manages to remain intense in flavor while maintaining balance throughout and gives aficionados a truly unique and satisfying experience. The masterful blending of these 7 different and unique tobaccos is truly something any cigar lover should actively seek out as we are once again taken away by yet another exceptional cigar by Avo.  ~ David St. Amant

Davidoff Winston Churchill The Late Hour Hits Shelves

Davidoff adds to the success of the Winston Churchill line with the addition of the The Late Hour. All the cigars in the Winston Churchill line by Davidoff are named after one of the most influential, and iconic cigar smokers in history; Sir Winston Churchill. “The Late Hour” in this case is no different. The term Late Hour is in reference to the twilight hours of the night. While most of the world was sound asleep Winston Churchill was thinking of ways to inspire a nation with his words. During the night he often found his spark with a cigar as his inspiration.

Blend

Wrapper: Ecuadorian Habano Marron Oscuro
Binder: Mexican San Andres Negro
Filler: Dominican (Olor Viso, Piloto Seco and San Vicente Mejorado Viso), Nicaraguan (Condega Viso aged in Scotch Whisky Barrels, Estelí Viso)
Country of Origin: Dominican Republic

Vitolas Available

Robusto: 5 x 52
Toro: 6 x 54
Churchill: 7 x 48

What makes The Late Hour so unique is its Condega Viso tobacco aged in single malt Scotch Whisky Barrels. This adds a very unique sweetness and depth of flavor to the cigar, very similar in fact to the underlying sweetness that can be found in Scotch Whisky. The tobacco is aged generously for a time period of six months inside speyside oak whisky casks to assure the tobacco has ample time to absorb the essence of the previously casked whisky.

Smoking Experience

Size Smoked: Churchill

The Late Hour began with ample notes of oak, black pepper, and dark roast coffee. Also present was unique, and underlying sweetness; that I can assume is a result of the Scotch Whisky cask aging. The sweetness played off of the pepper, and coffee nicely; creating a very balanced profile.The draw was on the snug side, but this did not hinder the smoke output in the slightest. The smoke was thick, abundant, and had a great mouthfeel. At this point the cigar is smoking at a solid medium in terms of strength, and body. As the cigar progressed past the halfway point leather began to become a more predominant tasting note. I Also noticed the sweetness dialing back a bit, and the pepper increasing slightly. By the final third the cigars strength and body had also increased slightly to the medium-full range.

Overall The Davidoff Winston Churchill “The Late Hour” was a fantastic medium to full bodied. Featuring ample amounts of both complexity and balance, while also featuring an extremely unique sweetness as a result of the Scotch Whisky aged tobacco. This is definitely a cigar I look forward to smoking regularly going in the future.   ~Brandon Ribbing

Davidoff 702 Overview

In 2009 Davidoff released a limited edition cigar called the Selecion 702. This cigar became an instant hit with cigar smoker all around the world.The Selecion 702 is considered by many cigar connoisseurs to be Davidoffs best limited  release ever. That's high praise considering the amount of fantastic cigars Davidoff has blended over the years. However the cigar became extremely difficult to obtain, because of the limited quantity that was produced; the exact number of cigars was never officially released by Davidoff. What made this cigar so special was the wrapper that Davidoff used.the wrapper is an Ecuadorian hybrid that comes from three Cuban seeds. Davidoff was able to cross  a pair of seeds to create a wrapper they refer to as the 125, and that seed was crossed with another Cuban seed to produce the wrapper used on this cigar, the 702, hence how this cigar got its name.

    With the original release of the Davidoff Seleccion 702 taking place nearly eight years ago; most of the cigars that were released have long been smoked. This has left many Davidoff fans praying to the cigar gods for another 702 release. Luckily for us Davidoff has answered our prayers with the release of the new Davidoff 702.These cigars will use the aforementioned Ecuadorian  wrapper from the 702 seed. The idea is to give a twist to some of the company’s most iconic cigars.Other than the new wrapper, the 702 Series cigars have the same Dominican binder and Dominican fillers, dimensions and box-counts as the original vitolas. Five iconic Davidoff  sizes are available dawning the illustrious 702 wrapper in the United States. The sizes include the 2000 (5 1/16 x 43), Special R (4 7/8 x 50),  Anniversary No. 3 (6 x 50), Special T (6 x 52), and Double R (7 1/2 x 50).

Tasting Notes:

   For me the most notable attribute of the Davidoff 702 Series is the cigars balance. Each flavors is present,but they all play well together. For myself personally the number one thing that can separate a good cigar from a great cigar is balance.The 702 begins with a good amount of cedar, and woody flavors, finished with a faint sweetness. You can also immediately notice that the body of the cigar is dramatically bolstered by the use of the 702 wrapper. As the cigar progresses the flavors shift and begin to intensify. The cigar shifts from woody to earthy, however some notes of wood remain. Subtle flavors of cream, and coffee enter the picture as well as some pepper to balance things out.

   With so many flavors present it's very easy for a cigar to become unbalanced. When this happens the flavors tend to counteract or wash each other out. Luckily this wasn't the case with the 702. Each flavor is present enough to be easily discerned, but subtle enough to achieve the balance that separates the good cigars from the great. Overall the cigar is a fantastic; smooth medium to full bodied cigar. The 702 features flavors of wood, earth, coffee, and a subtle peppery sweetness. The Davidoff 702 has quickly become my favorite release of this year, and it's easy to see why.

Brand Overview - Davidoff Grand Cru

Davidoff’s world-renowned attention to detail and craftsmanship is a staple to their brand and even more apparent in their Grand Cru Series. Available in a variety of different sizes and in boxes of either 5 or 25 cigars the Grand Cru offers enthusiast a luxurious product, hand rolled to resemble some of the late Zino Davidoff’s finest work. The Grand Cru dawns an Ecuadorian Connecticut wrapper and uses the finest tobaccos from the Dominican Republic to craft the cigars delicate binders and fillers.

Initially the Grand Cru is pleasing to the eye, with tones of caramel and golden brown being the highlights of this perfectly hand rolled single wrapped cigar. Davidoff’s meticulous 72 point inspections, some of the most notable in the cigar industry become apparent here and are only highlighted as the smoking experience begins. The cigar, perfect in appearance had seemingly no creases, a feat not many rollers can achieve.

Before lighting such a luxurious tobacco many aficionados prefer a smaller punch in the Grand Cru’s cap opposed to the standard straight cut, in hopes to maximize and prolong the magnificent experience. Upon smoking the Grand Cru provides smokers with a flavor that is both intense and smooth. Creamy tastes intrigue the palate throughout the cigar while hints of spice keep things interesting and complex. As the Grand Cru continues to burn, earthy notes and sweet flavors of work together to create an experience truly like no other that should be sought out by cigar lovers world wide. The Grand Cru achieves what many cigars can not in being both complex and smooth from start to finish, offering the epitome of what it means to be a medium bodied cigar.

Where the Grand Cru sets itself apart from other cigars is in the prominence of the combination of flavors and the accessibility of this cigars unique profile. Personally, I have never experienced such a masterful combination of such rich flavors from a cigar before and it was truly an experience to be remembered. With each puff being more unique than the last I was most taken away by the Grand Cru’s nutty finish and creamy texture. The draw is airy which allows for easy enjoyment of both flavor and aroma and helps create a sturdy and firm ash. The Grand Cru is a perfect for cigar for just about any occasion although the luxurious tobacco and flavors are perfect for relaxing or putting the perfect emphasis on a well earned accomplishment to better celebrate any achievement.

Davidoff has once again set the bar high for cigar enthusiast and companies alike. The Grand Cru encapsulates everything that a smoker could want from a single experience. From the perfect appearance to the flavorful draws and sweet aroma, the Grand Cru manages to do it all in a beautiful composition for all of a lucky smokers senses. Our only complaint is that we aren’t smoking a Grand Cru right now and that the beautiful cigar has to eventually be put out.

Camacho Powerband Available Now

The all-new Camacho Powerband is available now at Regency Cigar.  Featuring a dark Habano 2000 wrapper, Powerband is Bold, yet remains consistantly smooth.  Notes of Pepper, Oak, Figs, Plums, Anise, and Mineral please the smoker who enjoys an earthy flavor profile.  A solid medium bodied stick that commands attention. 

 

Camacho Powerband is available in three sizes:
Robusto (5 x 50)
Toro (6 x 50)
Gordo (6 x 60)

Try a Powerband today at RegencyCigar.com