Davidoff Dominicana: Review

Another exceptional cigar has arrived from Davidoff this time in the form of the new Dominicana line. The Dominicana adds another refined; yet full bodied smoking experience to Davidoff's already robust portfolio of cigars. Sold in boxes of 10 the Dominicana looks stunning adorned with its classic Davidoff white label band as well as a golden foot band with 2014 on it. The year 2014 commemorates the year of the harvested tobacco featured in the blend. Something unique to this cigar that also makes it stand out from the crowd is its “pig-tailed” cap. Davidoff does this the highlight the mastery of its rollers; small details like that is what sets Davidoff apart. Once lit the cigar comes out of the gates swinging with rich notes of oak and black pepper. The pepper is especially prevalent on the retrohale. As the cigar continues to burn it really begins to hit its stride.The Ecuadorian binder begins to impart a deep creaminess supported by subtle notes of leather and dark chocolate. By the point there is no debating this cigar is a pushing full in body and is packed with rich flavors. These flavors continue through the final third with the addition of one of my personal flavor notes; dried fruit. The combination of the slight sweetness from the dried fruit marries perfectly with the spice imparted by the Yamasa wrapper. The is truly an exceptional fuller bodied offering from Davidoff; that offers a ton of complexity. It will definitely find a place in my smoking rotation .