Dunhill’s 80th Anniversary Cigar

80 years covers a lot of history – from the end of the Great Depression to the end of the Great Recession (a coincidence?). Dunhill celebrated the 80th anniversary of its Don Candido line by issuing a very limited edition called Seleccion Suprema in only 1 size – a 6 X 50 toro. Dunhill states that this is the most exclusive launch in its history and the cigar is available in 8 count boxes for $160 per box.
The Suprema uses a Nicaraguan Jalapa shade leaf wrapped around a Connecticut broadleaf binder with fillers from Esteli and Jalapa in Nicaragua and Matafina Brazil. Dunhill created an attractive cigar and adorned it with 3 bands, including one to protect the foot. The Suprema started with a nice earthy taste that later included spice and black pepper. The final third had a cedar undertone and turned slightly bitter. The cigar is full bodied and medium flavor strength so after dinner would be the best time to enjoy it. The smoke volume was excellent, the burn line was flawless and the ash was exceptional. The only construction improvement I would consider is to improve the draw a bit.
The Seleccion Suprema lasted for an hour and 35 minutes and is above average in in every category but price and this reduced the overall score. $20 is outside of my range. However, if it is within yours, I would recommend the Suprema and give it a 4 out of 5 rating.