Let's talk about the PDR A Flores 1975 Gran Reserva Corojo 2006 Gran Toro - a 6x54 parejo that'll set you back $327.78 for a box of 24. This Dominican puro uses aged Corojo 2006 wrapper from Abe Flores' birth year, delivering medium strength with that classic PDR craftsmanship. I smoked one straight from the humidor after 60 days rest, and damn that oily wrapper glistened like a fresh coat of midnight.
Cold draw gives sweet cedar. Initial light brings espresso bitterness with a maple syrup undertone - like drinking Cuban coffee in a lumberyard. Smoke output's medium, burns razor-straight. Ash holds strong for two inches before first tap.
Pepper kicks in at the 1" mark. Not Nicaraguan-level spice but more black pepper than white. Earthiness develops with roasted almond notes. Retrohale shows dark cherry sweetness that fights the pepper. Burn needs one minor correction.
Leather and cocoa powder dominate last third. Smoke gets warmer despite slow pacing. Nicotine strength creeps up to medium-full - lighter than most Toros but enough to feel it. Stopped at nub with minimal tar buildup.
Pair with espresso or aged rum. The 2006 vintage wrappers need at least 60 days humi time to shine. Box date matters - look for 2018+ productions showing better balance.
