Crafted in the Dominican Republic by Arnold André, the Montosa Maduro Toro introduces American enthusiasts to the quality that this historic German cigar brand, founded in 1817, is known for. Since debuting in the U.S. in 2022, the Montosa Maduro has captivated smokers with its complex blend and well-balanced profile.
The Montosa Maduro Toro has an inviting dark brown Mexican Sumatra wrapper that is well-packed with no soft spots, a hallmark of solid craftsmanship. While there are visible veins, they add character to the otherwise smooth, firm construction. This cigar is aesthetically pleasing and looks promising right from the start.
Lighting up, the Montosa Maduro Toro immediately delivers a punch of black pepper, followed by a unique mix of flavors: earthy tones, caramel sweetness, root beer, leather, and black coffee, with just a touch of dried fruit. The combination creates a complex and intriguing profile that surprises the palate.
As the cigar progresses, the flavors deepen with a dessert-like quality that resembles a Snickers candy bar. Dark chocolate sweetness intertwines with a nuttiness and a distinct saltiness, adding layers to the experience. The leather and earthy tones remain, while cedar wood notes emerge, and the initial peppery spice starts to mellow, creating a smooth transition into the second third.
The final third brings chocolate and coffee to the forefront, accompanied by unexpected notes of wasabi spice and teriyaki, adding an exotic twist. Earthy and cedar flavors persist, with subtle raisin notes appearing in the background, adding a final touch of sweetness that rounds out the cigar.
The Montosa Maduro Toro is a well-rounded, bold smoke with a steady burn, an easy draw, and a rich aroma. Its flavor profile evolves throughout, moving from intense spice to rich chocolate and earthy tones with pleasant complexity. While the cigar’s strength divided our STARS Reviewers , its average strength of 6.70 out of 10 is satisfying and accessible for both seasoned and newer cigar aficionados alike.
Overall Score: 89.30 out of 100
Overall Strength Score: 6.70 out of 10
This blind review (Cigar #16-A) was conducted by the Cigar Review Team comprising of: Paul Nabs, Scott Treptow, Joe Hallett, Chris LeBoner, Chris Safranski, Brett Y., Drew Seruya, Rob, Tom Coleman, Dan Johnson, Josh Wright, My Cigar Pilgrimage, & The Scuse
