Review La Aurora Dominicana Toro - My journey through sun and umami

Review La Aurora Dominicana Toro. When I tried the La Aurora Dominicana Toro When I light a cigar, I immediately feel transported to the Dominican Republic. This cigar is not just tobacco - it is an invitation to a journey full of aromas, sunshine and balance. From the first puff, it unfolds a richness that surprises and delights me. I sense creamy textures, clear notes of wood and coffee and, in the background, faint hints of earth, nuts and grass. Small peculiarities such as an oblique burn after twenty minutes do not make it less valuable for me, but give it character.

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Special features of the Vitola

A Toro offers just the right length and the right ring gauge to provide over an hour of enjoyment. With the La Aurora Dominicana Toro, this means that I can take my time to consciously experience the development of its aromas - from the spicy, peppery start to more earthy and nutty nuances as it progresses. Oh - and sweet!

Origin of the La Aurora

La Aurora is the oldest cigar manufacturer in the Dominican Republic. Cigars that embody craftsmanship and tradition have been produced there since 1903. With the Dominicana Toro, La Aurora impressively demonstrates how the Caribbean sun, experience and modern flavor language merge together. Although the burn was not so easy, it was no problem at all. More on this later.

Look, feel and finish

The very first time I look at the La Aurora Dominicana Toro, I am struck by its radiant cover sheet on. It looks silky, finely veined and immaculately finished. The cigar is pleasant to hold and I can immediately feel that I am dealing with a carefully rolled product. The appearance alone makes me want to take my first puff.

Tasting notes

First half

I take a pull on the Toro - and I immediately notice the Very light pull on. This makes the smoke incredibly pleasant and effortless. After just a few seconds, my mouth is filled with creamy clouds of smoke that are rich and soft at the same time.

The first impression is of a clear Umami note and the pepper predominates. This depth, which is neither sweet nor salty or bitter, but simply offers "more", forms the foundation of the first few minutes. Added to this strong woody notesthat remind me of freshly cut wood, and a distinctive coffee beanthat looks as if it has been freshly ground. A gentle tone of Leather is layered on top and lends elegance to the aroma. The strong pepper disappears again after about 5 minutes. I observe this characteristic in many cigars from La Aurora.

I soon notice the white dots on the ash of the wrapper leaf. A very good sign, because such wrapper leaves are particularly rich in flavor.

Second half

The more I smoke, the more multifaceted the taste becomes. Earthy nuances are more prominent and give the cigar a mineral freshness. At the same time, the texture is characterized by a very fine, almost subtle, Creaminess rounded. Light Nutty notes are added, which do not dominate but resonate subtly in the background. Great balance! In between grassy notes barely noticeable, but they provide variety.

Smoking behavior and combustion

After about twenty minutes, I notice that the fire is slightly runs diagonally and a hole burn is created (as thin as a toothpick). A quick correction with the lighter is all it takes to make the line straight again. The small hole remains until the end on all three specimens I tested. And the interesting thing is that it wasn't a problem at all! The cigar remained full-bodied and aromatic with an excellent balance. I think this is a magic cigar!

The smoke development remains lush and creamy throughout the smoking experience. Each puff gives me a full aroma density that fills the room without being obtrusive.

Storage and ripening potential

I am sure that the La Aurora Dominicana Toro benefits from a short period of storage in a humidor. After a few months, the aromas become even more harmonious and the balance even finer.

Conclusion - Review La Aurora Dominicana Toro

The La Aurora Dominicana Toro for me is a cigar with Sun in the heart and balance in the smoke. It combines umami, coffee, wood, leather and earthy freshness in a game that inspires me.

Anyone looking for a cigar that Light in the draught, rich in aroma and balanced in character will find La Aurora Dominicana Toro a faithful companion. For me, it is like a Sunset in the Caribbean - Warm, bright, balanced and with a pinch of surprise. 🌞🌴

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• Vasilij Ratej

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