Partagás · Black Label
New WorldExperienced smokersPartagás Black Label Máximo
The full-bodied non-Cuban Partagás flagship — a dark, rich Toro in a tube, built around a rare Medio Tiempo wrapper.
The short answer
The Partagás Black Label Máximo is a bold, full-bodied cigar — a Dominican Republic toro (tubo) with a Connecticut Habano Medio Tiempo wrapper. Expect espresso, black pepper, and dark chocolate.
Flavor profile
Roast · Spice · Sweet · Earthy
The verdict
The Partagás Black Label Máximo is a bold, full-bodied cigar from Partagás's Black Label line. It's a Dominican Republic (New World) toro (tubo) wrapped in Connecticut Habano Medio Tiempo at 6 in × 50.
On the palate, expect espresso, black pepper, and dark chocolate, leaning roast. Plan on roughly 65 minutes from light to nub.
It pairs naturally with espresso, bourbon, and stout. If you're newer to cigars, work up to this one rather than starting here.
The Partagás Black Label Máximo is the headline cigar of General Cigar's bold Black Label line, presented as a 6 x 50 Toro in a protective tube. Created by Daniel Núñez for smokers who want a big, rich, full-bodied cigar, it leans on a dark, late-harvest Medio Tiempo wrapper for extra depth.
What it tastes like
This is a powerhouse. Expect espresso and black pepper up front, with dark chocolate, earth and leather filling it out — that heavy, oily Medio Tiempo wrapper is doing a lot of the work, since the leaf is left on the plant longer to build richness. It's firmly full-bodied from start to finish, with the kind of dark sweetness that stands up to strong drinks. The tube keeps each one fresh and travel-ready.
Who it's for
This is for the experienced smoker who wants New World power, not subtlety. Eat first, pour something equally bold — bourbon, an espresso, or a stout — and take your time. If you like the dark, Maduro-leaning style, our Maduro vs Connecticut guide explains how these heavy wrappers differ from the light ones, and the cigar strength guide will help you gauge it.
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Curious how it stacks up? See Maduro vs Connecticut wrappers.
Partagás Black Label Máximo — frequently asked
- Is the Partagás Black Label Máximo a good cigar for beginners?
- Not as a first cigar. Full-bodied smokes are intense and high in nicotine — save it until you're comfortable with strength.
- How strong is the Partagás Black Label Máximo?
- The Partagás Black Label Máximo is Full-bodied — bold and high in nicotine. Strength is about body and nicotine rather than flavor, so eat something first and take it slow if you're sensitive.
- What does the Partagás Black Label Máximo taste like?
- Expect espresso, black pepper, and dark chocolate, leaning roast. Tasting notes are a guide — your palate may pick up more or less.
- What pairs well with the Partagás Black Label Máximo?
- It pairs well with espresso, bourbon, and stout. As a rule, match the drink's intensity to the cigar's full body.
- How long does it take to smoke the Partagás Black Label Máximo?
- Plan on about 65 minutes for the toro (tubo) — longer if you smoke slowly, which keeps it cool and tasting its best.
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