The Terra Nova Dark Fire Cured Kentucky Toro is a cigar steeped in tradition, crafted with meticulous care and time-honored techniques. The dark-fired Kentucky tobacco, a hallmark of this blend, is cured to perfection by dedicated farmers in Kentucky. This tobacco is afforded more time to mature under the Kentucky sun until the harvest season ends, after which it is dried in the smoke of smoldering oak and hickory wood. This process infuses the leaves with a distinctive roasted, smoky aroma, making this tobacco truly exceptional. The Terra Nova Dark Fire Cured Kentucky line features a subtle blend of Kentucky fire-cured tobacco, complemented by tobaccos from the Dominican Republic, Nicaragua, and Brazil. The cigar is finished with a Sumatra binder and an Ecuadorian wrapper.
The Terra Nova Dark Fire Cured Kentucky Toro boasts a visually appealing wrapper with slightly visible veins. Its golden honey brown hue is complemented by tight seams and a slight tooth, giving it an overall smooth feel.
From the initial light, the cigar releases fire-cured smoky notes reminiscent of a campfire. These are accompanied by hints of pepper, honey, creaminess, sweet chili powder, hay, slight nuttiness, and subtle floral notes. The smoke output is robust, almost fire alarm-worthy, filling the air with its rich aroma.
As the cigar progresses into the second third, the hay notes become more prominent as the smoky flavors begin to level out. Creaminess takes center stage, with a persistent touch of pepper. Coffee notes emerge, akin to a smooth latte, while the nuttiness continues with a subtle sweetness that adds depth to the flavor profile.
In the final third, the flavor profile remains consistent with hay, white pepper, smooth coffee, and nuttiness. There is an addition of cedar wood and a touch of orange peel, adding a refreshing twist to the enduring flavors.
The Terra Nova Dark Fire Cured Kentucky Toro offers an excellent draw and burn, making it a great choice for a morning cigar paired with a cup of coffee. The cigar’s interesting flavor profile and smooth transitions make for an engaging smoking experience, enhanced by its generous smoke output.
Overall Score: 89.60 out of 100
Overall Strength: 4.1 out of 10
This blind review (Cigar #11-D) was conducted by the Cigar Review Team comprising SamF , Tyler Ceola, James Elliott, Rick Galletta, JB Smith, Rob Brown, George Hillman, Hassib Abou-Zaki – The Cigar Propher, J. Dwayne Corn, Nicholas Peters, Travis Rodd, and Brett Curry
