History of Davidoff Cigars
Founded by Zino Davidoff in Geneva, Switzerland, in the early 20th century, Davidoff began as a premium tobacconist catering to an elite clientele. Zino’s travels through Latin America during the 1920s and 30s shaped his understanding of fine tobaccos. In the 1960s, the Davidoff brand expanded into cigars, initially working with Cuban tobacco under the Cuban government.
By 1990, Davidoff moved production to the Dominican Republic after ending its partnership with Cuba, citing quality concerns. Under the guidance of master blender Hendrik Kelner and Davidoff’s uncompromising standards, the company redefined Dominican cigars, elevating them to ultra-premium status.
What Makes Davidoff a Premium Brand?
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Uncompromising Quality Control: Every leaf is aged, fermented, and triple-sorted by hand. Davidoff famously rejects thousands of cigars annually that don’t meet their exacting standards.
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Masterful Blending: Davidoff cigars are known for complexity, elegance, and consistency. The blending team works for years to achieve balance in every line.
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Innovation: From proprietary hybrid wrapper seeds to pioneering fermentation processes, Davidoff continually innovates without sacrificing tradition.
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Luxury Experience: Everything—from the immaculate white bands to the cedar-lined boxes—exudes luxury. Smoking a Davidoff is an experience, not just a pastime.
The Davidoff Millennium Toro is a shining example of what makes Davidoff a benchmark in the world of luxury cigars. This 6 x 50 Toro format offers a beautifully complex and balanced smoking experience, crafted with impeccable construction and aged tobaccos. It represents the culmination of Davidoff’s pursuit of boldness, elegance, and depth in flavor.
Tobacco & Construction
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Wrapper: Ecuadorian Sun-Grown Hybrid
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Binder: Dominican Republic
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Filler: Dominican Republic
The Ecuadorian wrapper is a key element—it’s a special hybrid seed developed by Davidoff, grown in sun-rich conditions to deliver complexity, spice, and richness. The binder and filler tobaccos are vintage Dominican leaves, aged for up to four years to allow their true characteristics to mature.
The cigar is flawlessly constructed, with a silky, slightly oily wrapper, tight seams, and a firm, even pack. The pre-light draw offers hints of earth and dried fruit, with no resistance—promising a smooth draw.
Flavor Breakdown
First Third:
The initial draw delivers an elegant burst of white pepper, cedar, and roasted coffee beans. There’s a creamy undertone that balances the spice, and subtle notes of dried apricot peek through the retrohale. The burn is razor sharp with a solid white ash—a testament to Davidoff’s quality control.
Second Third:
As the cigar opens up, the pepper settles, allowing rich cocoa, espresso, and leather notes to take center stage. The smoke texture becomes denser, and there’s a growing nutty richness, particularly hazelnut and almond. The complexity is remarkable, with flavors weaving in and out harmoniously. The strength builds to a solid medium-plus.
Final Third:
The final third is deep, bold, and satisfying. The strength nudges closer to full-bodied, though never overwhelming. Flavors of dark chocolate, baking spices (cinnamon, clove), and earthy tobacco dominate, with a lingering finish of molasses and oak. The smoke remains cool and refined until the nub—no harshness, just pure, aged tobacco bliss.
Final Verdict
The Davidoff Millennium Toro is a sophisticated, medium-to-full-bodied cigar with layers of nuanced flavor and perfect construction. It’s a masterclass in balance—powerful yet refined, bold yet elegant. Ideal for the seasoned smoker seeking a top-shelf cigar that delivers both complexity and smoothness.
Rating: ★★★★★ (5/5)
