Dunhill's Aged Altamiras in aluminum tubes delivers a creamy Dominican Robusto experience with surprising depth. This 5-inch x 48 ring gauge cigar comes packed 10 per box, showing pale Connecticut Shade wrapper with visible tooth. The pre-light aroma hints at hay and unroasted coffee beans - milder than its Cuban cousins but with Tabacalera de García's signature construction quality.
First Third: Immediate creaminess dominates with cashew butter notes. Thin smoke output requires slow draws. Burn line stays razor-straight despite slight canoeing at 15-minute mark.
Mid Section: Brazilian tobacco asserts itself through white pepper sting on retrohale. The Dominican filler creates biscuity undertones while maintaining mild body. Ash holds firm in 1-inch segments.
Final Third: Almond skins bitterness emerges but stays balanced by lingering sweetness. Requires relight after 45 minutes. Minimal nicotine kick suits morning sessions.
The triple-cap head unravels cleanly with straight cut. Cold draw shows perfect resistance - no plugs detected. Tube storage maintains 65% humidity without additional humidification needed. Wrapper veins remain subtle though some sticks show minor discoloration.
Works best with light roast coffee or dry cider. Avoid full-bodied spirits that overpower its delicate profile. Morning smoke ideal when palate feels fresh enough to detect subtle transitions.
