Let's talk about this chubby figurado that's been turning heads lately. The Davidoff Grand Cru Diademas Finas comes in boxes of 10, packing 6.75" of Dominican goodness with an Ecuadorian Connecticut wrapper hugging that 50 ring gauge. Priced at $570 a box, it's not your everyday smoke but could become your favorite special occasion companion. The tapered tips give it that classic diademas silhouette, perfect for slow Saturday afternoons with a crisp gin tonic.
The cold draw serves up hay and cashews. On light-up, cedar dominates with that signature Davidoff creaminess - like unsalted butter melting over warm biscuits. Smoke production starts modest but builds steadily. Watch that burn line though; needs occasional touch-ups in humid climates.
Around the 40-minute mark, the wine-cask-aged fillers reveal themselves. Think bourbon-soaked cherries dancing with white pepper. The retrohale brings out roasted almonds and a faint floral note I can't quite place - maybe dried chamomile? Ash holds strong for 1.5" before dropping clean.
Don't ditch it early. The last third shifts gears dramatically - leathery depth emerges alongside baking spices. There's a subtle citrus zing (orange peel?) that cuts through the accumulating sweetness. Stays cool to the nub if you pace it right.
Perfect for Connecticut lovers ready to level up. Makes a great bridge cigar - mild enough for newbies but complex enough to keep veterans engaged. Pairing-wise, skip the coffee; try it with an oolong tea or light rum. Pro tip: dry box for 48 hours pre-light to maximize those wine-cask nuances.
