Oliva Serie V 4x60 (NUB)

Launched as Edicion Limitada 2013, the Nicaraguan vitola is now also available from specialist retailers. In NUB format with a length of 102mm and a ring gauge of 60, this little powerhouse shows what the finest Nicaraguan tobacco is capable of. Fully spiced flavours of wood and leather start with a decent peppery note. Subtly acidic herbal flavours mingle with sweet nutty nuances in a full-bodied smoke development and lead to a consistent but clearly creamy finish. Visually, the NUB impresses with a silky, shiny H2000 Sungrown wrapper and impeccable workmanship. In general, Oliva's Series V is a successful concept that wonderfully combines balanced flavour with sweetness and pure power.

Aficionados who have not yet tried these cigars are advised to keep a small space free in their humidor at home.