This Dominican powerhouse comes in a hefty 6x54 grand toro format priced at $307.80 per jar of 19 cigars. The seven-year-aged Connecticut Broadleaf Rosado wrapper hides a spicy Nicaraguan-Dominican core, delivering medium-full intensity that'll keep experienced smokers entertained for a good 90-minute session.
First Third: Opens with dark chocolate notes and molasses sweetness from the aged wrapper. Noticeable pepper spice builds under the tongue while maintaining clean combustion lines.
Middle Third: Nicaraguan binder takes over - coffee grounds and roasted cashew dominate. Smoke output thickens noticeably, requiring slower draws to prevent overheating in this larger ring gauge.
Final Third: Dominican filler's mineral tones emerge alongside black pepper. Expect moderate nicotine buzz by this stage. The broadleaf wrapper maintains caramelized sweetness that balances the spice crescendo.
The triple-cap finish holds firm despite the 54 ring size. Dominicana's volcanic soil contributes to the dense ash that clocks 1.5+ inch falls. Box-press enthusiasts should note the gradual squaring develops after 6+ months of aging.
Matches well with espresso martinis to amplify the coffee notes or aged rum to tame the pepper. Avoid overly sweet drinks that might clash with the wrapper's inherent molasses character.
