PDR 1878 Capa Oscura Reserva Dominicana Robusto

Worth knowing

This original limited edition version of the 1878 series (hence the longer name) was so well received that it promptly entered the regular range. It is the most powerful blend of the series, yet extremely well-behaved in every way. Burns for about 70 - 85 minutes.

Flavours

What a "chocolate bomb!" Lush cocoa sweetness carries the entire smoking time, but without ever dominating on its own. An animating tingle between cinnamon and cedar points aromatically to Cuba; pleasant, original mineral notes (a touch of salt) in turn testify to the Dominican provenance. The extraordinary creaminess and soft texture of the smoke due to long maturation cushions the mild-peppery tones and pithy roasted notes that become more pronounced as the smoke progresses. Although the strength settles just above the midline, the overall impression is of a wonderfully gentle smoking experience.