Perdomo Estate Seleccion Vintage Maduro Imperio

The Estate Seleccion Vintage is Perdomo's top-shelf line, hand-crafted from the best of the family's estate-grown tobacco at the Finca Natalie farm in Estelí. The Maduro is the fullest expression of it. This box-pressed Imperio is the 6 x 54 toro, a Nicaraguan puro under a dark, oily maduro wrapper.

What it tastes like

This is a full-bodied, richly flavored smoke. Dark chocolate and espresso lead, with leather, oak, and a firm black-pepper spine running through the finish. There is real depth and intensity here — this is the most powerful cigar in Perdomo's everyday catalog — but the top-grade tobacco keeps it from ever feeling rough. The box press gives it a clean look and a comfortable hold.

Who it's for

This one is for experienced smokers and aficionados who want Perdomo at full throttle; it is not the place to start. If you are still building up to full-bodied cigars, our cigar strength guide explains the ladder. To compare Nicaragua's power with Cuba's style, see our Cuban vs Nicaraguan guide, and browse more Perdomo cigars.

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