Oliva Serie V Melanio Double Toro is a medium-to-full-bodied Nicaraguan cigar presented in a substantial, box-pressed 6 x 60 Double Toro format. Handmade by Oliva, it combines the refined character of the Serie V Melanio blend with a large ring gauge that produces cool, generous smoke and a long, gradual flavour progression.
The blend features an Ecuadorian-grown Sumatra-seed wrapper over Nicaraguan binder and Nicaraguan long fillers. The wrapper delivers a rich, silky texture with natural sweetness and deep tobacco character, while the well-aged Nicaraguan core emphasizes Jalapa-grown ligero for complexity, strength and balance. The broad format gives the cigar room to develop without becoming harsh or overly peppery.
Expect flavours of espresso, dark chocolate, leather, cedar, toasted bread, earth, roasted nuts, black pepper and a subtle caramel-like sweetness. The cigar opens with deep coffee and cocoa notes before building into leather, cedar and warm spice through the middle. Its large ring gauge brings a creamier texture to the smoke, while the final third adds a more pronounced pepper and rich tobacco finish.
Oliva Serie V Melanio Double Toro is ideal for experienced smokers who want a premium, full-flavoured cigar with a long and measured smoking experience. Pair it with espresso, bourbon, aged rum, a full-bodied red wine, a stout or a mature single-malt Scotch.
Box of 10 cigars
Faiz Shaikh (verified owner) –
This is truly a quality cigar which has a great pull and an even burn. Its a premium cigar at a decent price.