Oliva V Melanio - Petite Corona
 

This will be done according to the old SMOKE magazine style of reviewing.
0.0 - 2.0 = poor/inferior quality
2.1 - 2.9 = fair
3.0 - 3.5 = good
3.5 - 4.5 = excellent
4.6 - 5.0 = superior

1) Aesthetics: Beautiful chocolate wrapper hugs this nicely boxed pressed stick. The bands set it off nicely, making this a magnificent presentation. Light veins, but nothing that detracts in anyway.

Score for aesthetics: 5

2) Pre-light Construction: Firm from head to foot, this appears to have flawless construction. After the cut, the draw seems perfect, something that box-pressing a cigar can often constrict.

Score for Pre-light construction: 4.8

3) Post-light Construction/How it smoked: As I thought this draws nicely. The ash is a nice even grey and hangs tenaciously for a good inch +, being coaxed off rather begrudgingly. I had a nice cool smoke down the nub.

Score for post-light construction: 4.9

4) Flavor and strength: Right from the start I got some cocoa and coffee with a bit of spice. Dancing upon my palate was a symphony of flavors, crescendo-ing and softening, highlighting different things as it progressed. While there were other flavors present, I wasn’t smoking this to review it, so I didn’t pay attention to it in that manner as I might have. I was simply impressed that I was enjoying it so much. Oliva Vs are probably my favorite stick, but this was… more… That’s all I can say. It was never harsh or overbearing. I cannot comment on the nic hit, for I am not affected by it. However, the flavors were rich and full.

Score for flavor and strength: 5

5) Aftertaste/Finish: Light cocoa and spice lingered upon my palate for a bit, not heavy or light, just nice.

Score for aftertaste: 4.6

6) Aroma: I loved the room note – dark, sweet, and rich. That is the best way to describe it.
Score for aroma: 4.9

7) General Comments: I got two of these, and while I only smoked one, I know that I need to get some more of them. Too bad that I am not in the position financially to get a box of them or I would. I have had a box or two in my “cart” at a couple retailers, only to walk away because I just shouldn’t. This is a cigar where I believe the price (at $7-$8 a stick) is incredibly fair.

Overall score for the cigar: 4.85

8) Recommendation: This is one of the few cigars that I would label “Highly Recommended,” and I do so without hesitation.

Re: Oliva V Melanio - Petite Corona
 

Completely agree with this review! I would say this is my favorite Melanio size! Nice review.

Re: Oliva V Melanio - Petite Corona
 

Thanks for the review, I've had the torpedo I might try to pick up a PC now

Re: Oliva V Melanio - Petite Corona
 

Would not know if it is my favorite size, it is the only one that I have had.

I guess I would like to try some of the other sizes as well. However, this size was great.

Re: Oliva V Melanio - Petite Corona
 

Great review of the best new nc cigar this year!

Re: Oliva V Melanio - Petite Corona
 

Never had this size. The Lancero is my favorite tho, which I imagine would be similar in RG.

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They don't make a lance, but wish they would :)

Re: Oliva V Melanio - Petite Corona
 

Great Review, Todd! :) Sounds Like An Awesome Stick!:tu Were These ROTT?

Re: Oliva V Melanio - Petite Corona
 

Nice review -- thank you

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:hm

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Good Lord another Oliva I now have to try. I might as well just buy them their own humi :)

Re: Oliva V Melanio - Petite Corona
 

I had the Melanio figurado tonight. Fantastic! So good, I bought a box of 10.

Re: Oliva V Melanio - Petite Corona
 

Nicely done Todd!

Re: Oliva V Melanio - Petite Corona
 

Just had my first one this past weekend it was very tasty.

Re: Oliva V Melanio - Petite Corona
 

i love oliva v,
must try this melanio stick...
thanks for your review

Re: Oliva V Melanio - Petite Corona
 

Thank you for the review, I love the Chuchill size fo the Melanio line.

Re: Oliva V Melanio - Petite Corona
 

I'm opposite of that. There's very few Olivas I've enjoyed so I was surprised with this one.

Re: Oliva V Melanio - Petite Corona
 

I've only really enjoyed the O and V Series from Oliva, but the ones I do enjoy are VERY good.

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Guess you still don't have a digital camera huh?:D;)

Thanks for the review on the Oliva V PC Todd. Sounds like a winner. I'm in the same financial boat too. Just saving my money over the next 4 months at this point in time.

Looks like a box of 10 goes for $67 to $79 depending on whom you purchase from...

Re: Oliva V Melanio - Petite Corona
 

Todd,

I've been crazy busy with work and just now saw this. Thanks for posting a review, glad you enjoyed it. I just sent you a PM. Get back to me when you can. :)

Ian
National Sales Manager
Oliva Cigar Co.

Re: Oliva V Melanio - Petite Corona
 

Holy crap yes, I cannot agree hard enough.

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Have got a new camera since I saw you last, a nice one in fact. When I smoke cigars though, I do not always prepare and plan to have a camera with me.

Re: Oliva V Melanio - Petite Corona
 

I tried one of these earlier this week, same size, and I'd say your review is right on. I'm looking forward to trying a churchill.

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Very anxious for the Fathers Day Maduro release. I know, big surprise right? :r :r

Re: Oliva V Melanio - Petite Corona
 

I heard a rumor that you enjoyed Maduros. Crazy right?

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Oops, nvm.

Re: Oliva V Melanio - Petite Corona
 

I just enjoyed one of these this morning, albeit in a larger size. Your review pretty much sums up my experience as well, and although is was pretty damn good, I'm not sure I'm ready to go out and buy any for myself. Pretty good smoke though and absolutely zero complaints, but too many others out there on the "to buy" list to worry about these.