This Dominican puro with Nicaraguan roots brings serious craftsmanship to your humidor. The 5x52 Robusto comes dressed in PDR's signature red box containing 24 sticks, priced around $9 per cigar. Its Corojo 2006 wrapper glistens with oily sheen - a visual promise of the medium-bodied journey ahead. Expect about 75 minutes of smoking time perfect for post-dinner relaxation.
Initial puffs deliver cracked black pepper and cedar sharpness. The draw opens up beautifully after 5 minutes, revealing core flavors of roasted almonds and baking spices. Smoke production stays moderate but consistent.
Transition brings earthy undertones with coffee grounds emerging. Retrohale accentuates caramelized sweetness that balances earlier spice. Burn line holds razor-sharp with firm ash.
Last segment introduces leather and cocoa powder notes. Some smokers report slight bitterness near nub - clipping 1/4" earlier helps. Nicotine strength creeps up to medium-full by conclusion.
Master blender Abe Flores combines Estelí-grown Nicaraguan tobaccos with Dominican filler for layered complexity. The Corojo 2006 wrapper undergoes extended fermentation to mellow its natural intensity. Box-pressed format enhances combustion stability compared to traditional parejos.
