Quick Smoke: Davidoff Maduro T

Each Saturday and Sunday we’ll post a Quick Smoke: not quite a full review, just our brief verdict on a single cigar of “buy,” “hold,” or “sell.”

In 2008, Davidoff surprised many industry observers by introducing its first ever maduro. That Robusto was followed in 2009 by a Corona, and this year they rolled out the toro-sized Maduro T. Wrapped in a deep brown San Vicente wrapper, it’s an attractive, well-constructed cigar with contrasting black and white bands. The smoke opens up with dry cocoa and leather flavors. It’s medium-bodied and balanced. As the cigar develops, some oak is evident along with notes of green banana, making for an interesting, well-rounded smoke.

Verdict = Buy.

–Patrick S

photo credit: Stogie Guys