This 6x60 Gordo-sized stogie from Davidoff's Lunar New Year series comes dressed to impress with its red-and-gold ox-themed band. Packaged in boxes of 10, these Dominican puros feature an Ecuadorian Sumatra binder and a multi-regional filler blend. At $40 per stick, it's positioned as a special occasion smoke rather than daily driver material. The torpedo shape delivers concentrated flavors through its 70-minute burn time.
The cold draw reveals earthy hay notes. Upon lighting, expect thick cream textures with roasted cashew undertones. Smoke production stays moderate - about 2-3 visible puffs per minute. Watch for slight canoeing if rushed.
At the halfway point, the blend shifts gears with cocoa powder intensity. Retrohales carry distinct black pepper zing (7/10 strength) that pairs beautifully with bourbon. Ash holds firm in 1.5-inch segments.
The last third introduces leathery bitterness common in large-ring gauges. Tar buildup becomes noticeable past the nub - recommend stopping at 1.5" remaining. Post-smoke aroma lingers with charred oak notes.
The oily wrapper maintains resilience even in 65% RH environments. Triple caps peel cleanly with most cutters. Sampled sticks from 2021-2023 boxes show consistent rolling quality - no plugging issues reported across 15+ samples.
