Review La Aurora Hors d'Age Gran Toro Limited Edition 2023 - Beyond Time
Review La Aurora Hors D'Age 2023: Twelve years of patience, masterfully matured. The La Aurora Hors d'Age Gran Toro develops a balance that only arises when time itself becomes part of the blend. A ritual of tranquillity and refinement - the Hors d'Age is not a smoke for the moment, but for eternity. Yes, I know, my language is pretty flowery 😁 And it has 93 points deserved! I tested three of them.
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Reel to La Aurora Hors d'Age Gran Toro Limited Edition 2025
Introduction
Hors d'Age means „beyond time“ - and that is exactly what this extraordinary edition of La Aurora, the oldest cigar manufacturer in the Dominican Republic. The 2025 edition represents the completion of a decades-long maturing process. There are whole decades between the seed and the finished cigar. twelve years - twice as long as other premium lines from the company. .
Special features of the Vitola
The tasted Gran Toro comes from an exclusive Jar with 30 cigars, of which in Switzerland only 200 pieces are available. The format measures 6 x 54, which gives the cigar an impressive presence.
Origin and vitola
Vitola
- Format: Gran Toro (6 x 54)
- Origin: Dominican Republic
- Wrapper: Ecuador
- Binder: Ecuador
- Insert: Colombia, Dominican Republic, Nicaragua
This composition was matured for twelve years to perfect the balance of strength, complexity and elegance. The result is a cigar that makes you feel time - in the best sense of the word.
Look, feel and finish
The Hors d'Age Gran Toro impresses with its silky, finely veined wrapper leaf in a light brown chocolate shade. Perfectly rolled, pleasantly heavy in the hand, the Train light - but not too light. The cold scent is reminiscent of Dark chocolate and nuts.
Tasting notes
First half
WOW effect: The balance is impressive from the very first puff. The draw resistance is a little too light for me personally. But everyone likes that differently. The pepper note is present, but never dominant - instead a lot of Freshness, Nut, Coffee bean and a touch Umami. A fine, creamy structure gently carries the aromas across the palate.
Second half
The cigar is spicier and meatier, but always remains harmonious. Dark chocolate and Earth notes become more prominent, accompanied by light roasted aromas.
Strength: Medium
Smoking duration: around 90-100 minutes
Smoking behavior and combustion
It burns evenly and the ash is stable. The Light but constant pull, which allows the aromas to stand out particularly clearly. The Balance is maintained until the end - No break-in, no excess strength or sharpness. This Hors d'Age has the potential to become even rounder and more palatable. Its structure and balance point to a long period of enjoyment.
Limitation and collector's value
The Gran Toro Limited Edition appears in Switzerland in only 200 jars of 30 cigars - a tiny stock worldwide. Price per piece: CHF 23.-. For aficionados who understand maturity as art, it is a rarity with collector's value.
Gran Toro Jar: 200 pieces / Price per Gran Toro: 23.-
Toro box: 300 pieces / price per Toro: 21.-
Conclusion - Review La Aurora Hors d'Age Gran Toro Limited Edition 2023
93 points.
This cigar is the embodiment of patience, elegance and balance. A composition of maturity, spice and subtlety. If you think you've smoked everything, you'll be proven wrong here. Timeless, deep, perfectly balanced.
Picture credits
- Vasilij Ratej
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