Oliva · Serie V Melanio
New WorldExperienced smokersOliva Serie V Melanio Toro
The 6 x 52 Toro from Oliva's prestige Serie V Melanio — refined, box-pressed Nicaraguan tobacco under a silky Ecuadorian Sumatra wrapper.
Flavor profile
Sweet · Earthy · Roast · Creamy · Spice
Critic ratings
Cigar Aficionado
2023
96/100
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The Serie V Melanio Toro gives Oliva's top-shelf blend a little more room to stretch out. At 6 by 52 and box-pressed, it's a comfortable, classic format that lets the Melanio's signature creaminess and complexity build over a longer smoke.
What it tastes like
A smooth Ecuadorian Sumatra wrapper covers aged Jalapa Valley Nicaraguan tobacco. The result is medium-to-full and beautifully balanced: caramel and sweet cedar, a shot of espresso, gentle baking spice, and an enveloping creaminess on the finish. The extra inch over the Robusto gives all of that more time to evolve.
Who it's for
This is a refined cigar for smokers who value balance and nuance over raw power. It's an excellent after-dinner choice with a coffee or a cognac. New to this tier of cigar? The cigar strength guide helps you place it, and our Cuban vs Nicaraguan comparison explains the Nicaraguan style.
Keep it humidified for the best experience and log your impressions in the Casa DNC app. Want the tapered version of this blend? See the Serie V Melanio Torpedo.
Curious how it stacks up? See Cuban vs Nicaraguan cigars.
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