Oliva Serie V Melanio Robusto 10ct BOX

Name: Oliva Serie V Melanio Robusto
Brand: Oliva Cigar Co.
Origin: Nicaragua
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Sumatra
Binder: Nicaraguan
Filler: Nicaraguan (including aged ligero from Jalapa Valley)
Size & Shape: 5" x 52 (Robusto)
Strength: Full

Flavor Profile

First Third: Starts with rich cedar, espresso and dark cocoa tones.
Mid-Smoke: Develops into leather, roasted nuts and a subtle black pepper spice.
Final Third: Finishes with warm wood, a touch of caramel sweetness and lingering spice.

Construction & Burn

The Robusto is expertly handcrafted with a seamless, oily Ecuadorian Sumatra wrapper and tightly bundled Nicaraguan fillers to ensure consistent burn and draw control throughout the smoke.

Story & Accolades

This line is crafted in tribute to Melanio Oliva, the family patriarch who began cultivating Cuban seed tobacco in the 1800s. The Serie V Melanio blend uses specially aged ligero-rich fillers to elevate flavor complexity. It earned a 96-point rating and was awarded “#1 Cigar of the Year” by Cigar Aficionado in 2014.

Pairing Suggestions

Beer: Robust porter or Belgian dubbel to match the cigar’s depth.
Wine: A smooth Rioja Reserva or aged Cabernet to complement the coffee-and-wood tones.
Spirits: A wheated bourbon or rich aged rum to play off the caramel and nuttiness.

Overall Impression

The Oliva Serie V Melanio Robusto delivers full-bodied, layered flavor in a compact format—ideal for experienced smokers seeking rich complexity, impeccable construction and a memorable finish.