Basic Information: Padron Delicias Natural
Manufacturer – Padron Cigars
Size – Corona
Wrapper – Sun Grown Habano
Tobacco Blend – Nicaragua
Pricing – $5.26
Body – Medium
Construction/Appearance:
The wrapper is a matted milk chocolate color with virtually no veins and invisible seams.
Pre-Light:
Aroma – Chocolate and Nuts
Type of Cut – Straight
Cold Draw – Sweet Almond
After Toast:
First Third – Wood, almond and spice start this journey followed by a pepper on the finish. The burn starts sharp and ash holds through the third.
Second Third – Earth begins here on the transition mixed with the woody and almond notes. The burn remained sharp and ash fell at the halfway point.
Final Third – An anise like flavor starts this third followed by the wood and a leathery finish. The burn remains sharp.
Suggested Pairing:
Bourbon – Basil Hayden
Wine – Lange Pinot Noir
Overall Experience:
An enjoyable smoking experience from one of the top cigars in their line. Lots of wood and almond notes mixed with some powerful pepper and leather. A solid smoke at a good price point for their line.
Ratings:
Cigar Aficionado – 87pts. – 89pts.
About Padron Cigars – http://www.padron.com
