Description
The Padron Family Reserve #85 Maduro is a premium, limited-production box-pressed robusto created to honor the 85th birthday of José Orlando Padrón, patriarch of the iconic Nicaraguan cigar family. This cigar is recognized for its use of the finest Padron tobaccos, all aged for approximately 10 years, and its especially rich, complex profile.
Specifications
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Size: 5 1/4 inches x 50 ring gauge (Robusto)
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Wrapper: Nicaraguan Maduro (Habano, sun-grown)
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Binder: Nicaraguan
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Filler: Nicaraguan
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Body: Medium-full to full
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Shape: Box-pressed robusto
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Release: October 2011 (limited annual production)
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Presentation: Boxes of 10 cigars
Flavor Profile
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Immediately after lighting, powerful red pepper notes burst forth, followed by a complex evolution into rich earth, dark chocolate, espresso, hay, leather, and cedar.
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The cigar often features a walnut-shell bitterness and a touch of licorice, with black pepper and minimal sweetness. As the smoke progresses, pepper softens, giving way to these darker, deeper notes.
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The aroma includes barnyard, coffee, and faintly oily, dark chocolate scents.
Construction & Smoking Experience
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Noted for flawless construction and Padron's signature box-press finish—velvety wrapper, sharp corners, and even burn.
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The draw is usually excellent, though rare inconsistencies have been noted by some reviewers.
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Produces thick, cool smoke with substantial body and a smooth finish.
Notable Features
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All tobaccos are aged 10 years, making this a truly refined, mature blend.
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Special secondary band indicating "85 Years" marks its celebratory intent.
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Designed for experienced smokers or special occasions, with a bold profile not generally aimed at those preferring milder cigars.
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