Very short review on the Oliva V Maduro Double Robusto 5 x 54 for 2013.
In a word, EPIC!
This is an absolutely awesome cigar. Not much more to say. Only one small drawback to this last limited release is that it appears to be the shortest vitola in the series yet. Left with wanting more - yeah, it's that damn good! Great construction, nice slightly snug draw, excellent burn and subtly evolving taste. First taste after torching was a rich, in your face, almost overpowering array of flavors. Thought this was a mega-powerhouse, as it began as ultra full bodied. After the first inch, settled in nicely to medium-full and never faded. Really tasty and smooth with spice, slightly sweet, mild cocoa notes throughout the entire smoke. Evolved to more spice, then black coffee, then nuttiness. Lots of taste shifts in this stick. Flavor was good right to the end. First one of these I've had and what an excellent cigar! Found another to add to my top 5 for sure. This stick was only in the humi for about a month - can't imagine what a nice sleep would be like. Will be purchasing another box to put away. Highly recommended if you like good maduros! IMHO, This is one cigar not to miss!
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