Review CAO Gold Robusto

Review CAO Gold Robusto. It is considered one of the mildest lines from CAO, but delivers a surprising amount of flavour. This blend makes it interesting for beginners as well as for experienced smokers who are looking for a light yet complex smoke. I tasted three examples of the Robusto and was impressed by its balance, its reliable burn and the creamy elegance that it unfolds in every phase of smoking. The CAO Gold Robusto rightly gets 90 points from me.

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Special features of the Vitola

The Robusto format is ideal for smoking for just under an hour. With its compact length and balanced ring gauge, it offers enough space for the flavours to develop, but remains manageable and pleasant.

Origin and concept

Vitola

• Vitola de salida: Robusto
• Cover sheet (wrapper): Ecuador
• Binder (binder): Indonesia
• Inlay (filler): Nicaragua

This tobacco blend is deliberately composed to produce a mild cigar with a multi-faceted profile. The light-coloured wrapper leaf from Ecuador provides creaminess, the Indonesian binder leaf provides structure, while the Nicaraguan filler adds depth and aromatic tension.

Look, feel and finish

Visually, the CAO Gold Robusto a real highlight. Its wrapper leaf shines in a light, golden brown colour that lives up to its name. The surface is silky, finely veined and almost flawless. It has an elegant and high-quality appearance. In the hand, the Robusto feels pleasantly light and perfectly finished. The appearance alone indicates that you are holding a cigar of the elegant variety in your hands.

Tasting notes

First half

Dominate at the beginning Herbal-grassy notes, with a fine Creaminess harmonise. The character of CAO Gold is already evident here: mild, elegant and aromatic at the same time. There are also subtle Wood tones, that give the base more depth. A hint of Umami rounds off the picture and ensures that the flavour is not one-dimensional.

Second half

The cigar gains in complexity as it progresses. Nutty notes emerge and reinforce the creamy basic structure. A slight hint of leather complements the flavour, but remains discreet. The sweetness is subtle and never overpowering. Overall, the balance between Herbs, wood, nut and cream takes centre stage - which is exactly what makes this Robusto so pleasant to smoke.

• Strength: mild, 2/5
• Smoking duration: approx. 55-60 minutes

Smoking behaviour and combustion

Technically, the CAO Gold Robusto is convincing across the board. The Burning is topstraight, even and stable. The Train is ideal - neither too strict nor too relaxed. You can sit back and simply enjoy yourself without having to constantly make corrections.

Conclusion - Review CAO Gold Robusto

The CAO Gold Robusto is an excellent choice for anyone looking for a mild, creamy and elegant cigar search. Their flavours range from herbal and grassy tones about Wood and nut to subtle Leather accents. The whole thing is complemented by a touch of Umami, which gives depth to the flavour.

The burn is stable, the draw perfect - and that makes the cigar an uncomplicated but exciting smoke. The CAO Gold Robusto is not a loud star, but a Subtle beauty with a golden character. It delivers exactly what its name promises: a golden moment of peace and pleasure.

Picture credits

• Vasilij Ratej

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