Oliva Serie V Belicoso

The Oliva Serie V Belicoso is a celebrated, full-bodied Nicaraguan cigar, renowned for its complexity, strength, and refined construction. Measuring 5 inches (127 mm) with a 54 ring gauge, this Belicoso format is hand-rolled using a high-priming Ecuadorian Sun Grown Habano wrapper over a blend of specially fermented Jalapa Valley ligero and premium Nicaraguan binder and filler tobaccos. The result is a cigar that delivers a robust, dynamic smoking experience with a creamy, smooth finish and a consistently even burn. The Serie V Belicoso has earned numerous accolades, including a 95-point rating and a place among Cigar Aficionado’s Top 3 Cigars of the Year. This flavourful blend exhibits complex tobacco with rich coffee and dark chocolate tones. A subtle and well balanced spice is present throughout.

Cigar Aficionado: 'Serie V remains remarkable for its ability to convey high volumes of flavour, especially at such a low price point. The blend is centred around strong, ligero tobacco from Nicaragua's Jalapa Valley and a high-priming wrapper to complete the taste profile, which is rich in earth, leather and spice though balanced with a sweet touch of molasses.'

Oliva is one of the most respected names in premium cigars, with its roots tracing back to 1886, when Melanio Oliva began growing tobacco in Pinar del Río, Cuba. The Oliva family endured decades of upheaval, relocating across several countries before finally establishing their operations in Nicaragua. Today, Oliva is renowned for its dedication to quality, producing cigars that consistently earn top ratings and awards worldwide. The Serie V Melanio line honours Melanio Oliva, the family patriarch, and is celebrated for its exceptional craftsmanship and rich, complex blends. 

OLIVA SERIE V BELICOSO TASTING NOTES

- Initial Third: Opens with bold notes of dark chocolate, espresso, and roasted coffee, underscored by a peppery zing and hints of earth and cedar. A touch of leather and subtle sweetness emerge, with creamy undertones balancing the robust start. 

- Middle Third: Pepper mellows, allowing flavours of leather, nuts, and oak to develop. Rich coffee and a hint of vanilla appear, with a persistent earthiness and a touch of caramel sweetness on the retrohale. 

- Final Third: The cigar intensifies with pronounced wood, leather, and spice. Creamy notes and a lingering sweetness persist, with a robust, satisfying finish and occasional flashes of molasses and black tea. 

- Aroma: Expect a bouquet of coffee, cedar, leather, and dark chocolate, with a creamy, slightly spicy character and a touch of earthiness throughout. 

- Mouthfeel: The smoke is dense and creamy, with a velvet-like texture and a consistently smooth draw. The Belicoso shape enhances the burn and flavour delivery, ensuring a memorable and balanced experience.

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