Oliva Serie V Melanio Figurado
The Oliva Serie V Melanio Figurado is the culmination of this series' highest honors, having been named Cigar Aficionado's No. 1 Cigar of the Year in 2014 with a pinnacle score of 96 points. This double-pointed torpedo-shaped (Figurado) demands exceptional rolling skills, and its unique shape allows for a dramatic evolution of flavor, making it a universally recognized masterpiece among cigar aficionados worldwide.
Main Specifications
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Dimensions: 6 1/2 × 52 (Figurado / Box-Pressed)
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Origin: Nicaragua (Tabacalera Oliva)
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Wrapper: Ecuadorian Sumatra (Sumatra Seed)
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Eggplant filler/binder: Aged long eggplant filler from the Jalapa region of Nicaragua
Flavor Ladder
First impressions: Due to the conical tip design, the flavor profile is extremely concentrated at the beginning, presenting a rich impact of roasted coffee beans and white pepper.
Mid-section: As the burning progresses into the widest part of the body, the palate opens up dramatically. The classic creamy smoothness envelops the aromas of aged leather, caramel, and cinnamon, creating a rich and profound flavor profile.
Finish: The burning narrows to the end, the flavors become concentrated again, and it concludes with a dark cocoa and a rich woody finish, showing amazing balance and purity.
Reasons for recommendation
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Champion of the Year: As the flagship model of the series, it not only represents the highest level of the Oliva family, but also the pinnacle of modern Nicaraguan cigars on the international stage.
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Dynamic sensory evolution: Figurado’s unique architecture gives it a “zoom-like” sipping experience, with flavors shifting from concentrated to expansive and then back to focused as the ring diameter changes, creating an irreplaceable sense of rhythm.
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Ultimate rolling process: Achieving a flat Box-Pressed treatment on an asymmetrical pointed shape is the ultimate demonstration of the rolling master's skill, ensuring an extremely cool and stable suction experience.
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A top choice for gifts and collections: With its artistic design and profound flavor, it is the perfect choice whether for ceremonial enjoyment on important occasions or for long-term storage and aging.
Oliva Serie V Melanio Figurado is a feast for both the eyes and the palate, transforming the complex art of blending into a complete and moving sensory narrative.
