The Rocky Patel Winter Collection Toro (2020) offers cigar enthusiasts a 6.5" x 52 box-pressed parejo format, priced at $217.80 per box of 20. Dressed in a glossy Mexican San Andrés Maduro wrapper, this limited-edition winter release combines Honduran and Nicaraguan fillers beneath a Nicaraguan binder. The cold months' smoke presents moderate oil secretion after 30+ days of humidor rest, with firm construction promising consistent combustion.
Initial draws deliver espresso bitterness with walnut skin texture. The burn line progresses unevenly requiring two corrections, while white pepper emerges retrohaled. Ash holds firm in .75" segments, revealing dark volcanic soil hues in the foot.
Cocoa powder sweetness balances the fading pepper at 30-minute mark. Rising combustion heat intensifies cedar cabinet notes, though quick puffers report charred oak acridity. Moderate nicotine strength surfaces with visible oil ring 1.5" from cap.
Last segment introduces damp earth and black cherry reduction, but tar accumulation demands purging at 60-minute mark. Lingering leather tannins coat the palate despite decreasing smoke output. Post-purge revival yields short-lived baking spice finale.
