Padron 4000 Maduro

Name: Padrón 4000 Maduro
Origin: Nicaragua
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Sun-Grown Maduro
Binder: Nicaraguan
Filler: Nicaraguan
Size: 6½ x 54 (Toro Extra)
Strength: Medium to Full
Flavor Profile: A rich tapestry of dark chocolate, espresso, and earthy undertones, complemented by notes of black pepper, molasses, dried fruit, and cedar.

Story and Accolades:
The Padrón 4000 Maduro is a distinguished member of the Padrón Thousand Series, a line renowned for delivering premium quality cigars with exceptional flavor and consistency at an accessible price point. Crafted entirely from sun-grown Nicaraguan tobaccos aged for a minimum of two and a half years, this cigar exemplifies the Padrón family's dedication to tradition and excellence. Its generous 6½ x 54 Toro Extra size ensures a cool, slow burn, allowing the complex flavors to unfold gracefully. The 4000 Maduro has garnered high praise from aficionados and critics alike, including a notable 92-point rating from Cigar Aficionado, highlighting its sweet earth and gingerbread character with notes of cedar, coconut, and nutmeg, culminating in a finish that reveals an unusual yet precise note of bananas foster.

Pairing Recommendations:

• Aged Rum: A rich, smooth rum like Ron Zacapa 23 enhances the Maduro’s chocolate and molasses notes.

• Dark Roast Coffee: A bold cup of French press coffee or espresso brings out the cigar’s cocoa and earthiness.

• Tawny Port: A Tawny Port with raisin and caramel flavors complements the cigar’s natural sweetness.

• Bourbon: A robust bourbon like Maker’s Mark 46 adds a caramel and spice undertone that pairs perfectly with the Maduro wrapper.