Perdomo Conmemorativo Maduro
Robusto 5 x 52
Wrapper – Nicaraguan Maduro
Binder – Nicaraguan
Filler – 4 different Nicarguan
MSRP – TBD
Recently I had a chance to smoke and try out the newest from Perdomo called the Conmemorativo. The cigar also features a binder and filler tobaccos from Nicaragua and the Conmemorativo is set to be released in the 2nd quarter of 2011 sometime, more then likely a month or so before the IPCPR trade show. Perdomo is still working what sizes that will be available for the new line although I have been told that the blend is finalized and the cigars are resting but they will be changing the band a bit, minor details. The retail on the new line is still a mystery but knowing Perdomo, it will be fair and worth every penny. Great products at great prices.
I decided to kick back at Blew Smoke in Gilbert AZ and smoke the Maduro Robusto. The Maduro wrapper is a triple fermented maduro from Jalipa Valley in Nicaragua. Sounds Delicious.
Appearance: The wrapper on the Conmemorativo Maduro is classic. A very nice, chocolaty colored wrapper with minimal veins and has a slightly dull tone to it. The cigar is triple capped and is packed with tobacco.
Burn-Construction: After lighting up, I set my lighter down and didn’t need it again. The burn was razor sharp for the most part, and the Conmemorativo produced a mouthful of smoke. The ash was strong and gray and stayed with the cigar for a few inches. The draw was open with a tad of resistance, just the way I like it.
Flavor / Strength: Nick Perdomo has called this cigar the strongest cigar that they are currently making and honestly, I believe it. The cigar started medium plus in strength and by the end was nice and full-bodied. When I first lit up, I was immediately hit with some cedar spice and hints of chocolate and some flavors that I couldn’t put my finger on. According to Arthur from Perdomo, this blend is loaded with four different filler tobaccos, “commemorating” the four growing regions in Nicaragua, and because of it, the blend was very complex and unique.
Conclusion: First of all, I am a big fan of Perdomo Cigars. I love the way they do business and I love the mindset and innovative thinking of Nick Perdomo and Co. They produce great cigars and with their vertically integrated facilities, they are able to produce quality cigars at great prices and Nick is great about passing those savings right along to the consumer. Quality is not determined by the price tag. The Conmemorativo is a definite winner for Perdomo and gives the smoker yet another, great option. It is full bodied sure, but it is also very balanced and clean. A combination that is not easy to accomplish especially with the four different fillers and complexity that you find in the Conmemorativo. I am looking forward to smoking more of these in the future…
