The Davidoff Signature 2000 Tubos arrives in protective aluminum tubes - a 43-ring corona measuring 5 inches that's become legendary for its Swedish heritage-inspired slim profile. At $368 for 20 cigars, this mild Dominican blend features the brand's signature elegance, though newer smokers might find its floral complexity takes patience to unravel.
The pre-light taste reveals faint cedar notes through its tight roll, requiring multiple dry puffs to open airflow. The Ecuador Connecticut wrapper leaves subtle hay flavors on the lips.
Initial puffs deliver restrained almond and wheat toast flavors. Unlike stronger Connecticuts, the 2000 Tubos builds gradually - a 5-minute warm-up reveals hidden vanilla undertones behind its white pepper spark.
At the 20-minute mark, the Dominican Piloto Seco tobacco pushes through with roasted coffee bean intensity. Burn stays razor-straight despite inconsistent ash flaking. Retrohale brings out unexpected hazelnut nuances.
Past the band point, mineral notes emerge alongside its signature floral character. While some report bitterness here, proper humidification (65% RH recommended) maintains creamy smoothness until the nub.
Inspection of multiple samples shows occasional wrapper veins (5/20 had visible seams). The rolled-in-Cuba feel remains despite Dominican production - cap application rivals Cuban workmanship. Tube storage helps maintain 12-14% moisture out of the box.
