Oliva Serie V Melanio Toro

Name: Oliva Serie V Melanio Toro
Brand: Oliva Cigar Co.
Origin: Nicaragua
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Sumatra
Binder: Nicaraguan
Filler: Nicaraguan (aged ligero-rich blend)
Size & Shape: 6" x 52 (Toro)
Strength: Medium-Full

Flavor Profile

First Third: Opens with warm cedar and dark cocoa undertones complemented by a touch of fresh coffee roast.
Mid-Smoke: Evolves into rich espresso, leather and subtle nutty tones with a peppery kick.
Final Third: Finishes with spicy wood, caramel sweetness and smooth lingering earthiness.

Construction & Burn

This Toro is meticulously handcrafted with an oily Ecuadorian Sumatra wrapper and expertly aged Nicaraguan fillers, resulting in a firm draw, even burn and a satisfying smoke from start to nub.

Story & Accolades

This cigar pays tribute to Melanio Oliva, the patriarch who first grew tobacco in Cuba in the 1800s. The Serie V Melanio line uses the Oliva family’s most prized aged long-leaf fillers from Nicaragua’s Jalapa region. It was awarded the #1 Cigar of the Year by Cigar Aficionado in 2014 and its Toro size was rated 96 points and ranked #3 in the Top 25 of 2023.

Pairing Suggestions

Beer: Robust porter or imperial stout to match the depth of the smoke.
Wine: Aged Rioja Reserva or bold Napa Cabernet to highlight the rich flavors.
Spirits: A well-aged single malt Scotch or a high-proof wheated bourbon for full-bodied harmony.

Overall Impression

The Oliva Serie V Melanio Toro stands as a benchmark premium cigar: rich, nuanced and impeccably built—designed for the experienced aficionado who values complexity and refinement in a full-bodied experience.