Oliva Cigar Co. is a juggernaut that's one of the largest in Nicaragua yet remains boutique to its core and a darling of critics and cigar geeks. They have a plethora of 90+ ratings - 95, 96, and it's a fixture on the Cigar of The Year lists. The company as we know it was formed in 1995, but the family has been in the business dating all the way back to 1886, when Melanio Oliva started growing tobacco in Pinar del Rio, Cuba. Fast-forward to today, and they are found in almost every smoke shop, online retailer, and humidor you can find. A favorite of beginners and aficionados alike, no one can deny they are one of the best cigar manufactures on the planet.
It's rare for Oliva to release new products. Except for the V 135th anniversary edition, its product list has remained unchanged for many years. Thus, the Black Swan series attracts attention. It comes from the Nicaraguan team's search for unique tobaccos in bodegas. Due to the tobacco purchasing model, small batches of high-quality tobaccos are often stored for aging. Black Swan takes advantage of these limited tobaccos. Its highlight is the dark, oily Connecticut Broadleaf wrapper, which has rich flavor and unique sweetness. Due to the sharp decline in production, although Oliva's high-quality leaves are insufficient for regular brands, they are suitable for the limited Black Swan. Paired with Nicaraguan filler tobaccos and an Ecuadorian binder, it has a beautiful appearance. After lighting, there are earthy and sweet aromas with a long aftertaste. It is medium to full-bodied, and can be enjoyed by Oliva and boutique cigar enthusiasts.
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