The Saga Short Tales TOMO IV L.O.V. perfecto brings drama to your 45-minute smoke session with its 4"x44 figurado shape. Priced at $6.14 per stick in 10-count boxes, this Dominican puro combines Pennsylvania leaf with classic Piloto Cubano tobaccos under an Ecuadorian Sumatra-seed wrapper. The box-pressed foot and triple cap show De Los Reyes' construction chops - expect minimal touch-ups despite the tapered shape.
The cold draw tastes like stale Oreo cookies - odd but intriguing. Lighting reveals black pepper crackling across the tongue, mellowing into cedar planks and baking spices. Smoke production stays moderate despite the narrow ring gauge.
Pennsylvania leaf pushes through with bitter cocoa and espresso notes. The San Vicente binder adds damp earth undertones while citrus peel sweetness keeps it from getting harsh. Ash holds past 1.5 inches with zero canoeing.
Tar buildup starts nudging at the 35-minute mark. Flavors concentrate into dark chocolate ganache with a Worcestershire sauce umami kick. Retrohale gets spicy enough to make your eyes water - pairs better with rum than whisky.
Born in the De Los Reyes factory that's been rolling since 1857, the L.O.V. (Labor Omnia Vincit) honors the Dominican Republic's cigar aristocracy. The Pennsylvania twist in filler pays homage to US tobacco traditions while maintaining Caribbean soul. Each box's storybook packaging suggests pairing with family tales and aged rums.
