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Limited Exposure No. 2

Matilde Limited Exposure No. 2 is a medium-full strength cigar made in Dominican Republic at Tabacalera La Matilde. It pairs Ecuadorian Sumatra wrapper; Dominican binder; Dominican and Nicaraguan filler. The catalog lists 3 sizes, from 5 × 50 to 6 × 54.

Maker
Matilde
Wrapper
Ecuadorian Sumatra
Binder
Dominican
Filler
Dominican and Nicaraguan
Country
Dominican Republic
Factory
Tabacalera La Matilde
Strength
medium-full
Sizes
3 · 5 × 50 to 6 × 54

Blend details are claims from manufacturer and trade sources. Blends can change between releases.

What it tastes like

what the wrapper usually brings

Matilde Limited Exposure No. 2 uses an Ecuadorian Sumatra wrapper. Sumatra wrappers tend toward earth, cinnamon and a mild sweetness. That is the leaf's general character, not a tasting note for this cigar.

How to smoke it

rules of thumb
  • Time: plan on about 1 hour to 1 h 30 min for a 6-inch size.
  • When: Medium to full: best after a meal, when you can give it your attention.
  • Pair with: cognac, a brown ale, or coffee.
  • Pace: about a puff a minute keeps it cool and lets the flavors change from third to third. Do not inhale.
  • Before lighting: cut just above the cap line, toast the foot evenly, and take a cold draw to check it.

Sizes

3 in the catalog

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Matilde Limited Exposure No. 2 questions

What does Matilde Limited Exposure No. 2 taste like?

Matilde Limited Exposure No. 2 uses an Ecuadorian Sumatra wrapper. Sumatra wrappers tend toward earth, cinnamon and a mild sweetness. That is the leaf's general character, not a tasting note for this cigar; log a smoke in CigarMind to record your own.

How strong is Matilde Limited Exposure No. 2?

Matilde Limited Exposure No. 2 is listed as medium-full strength. Medium to full: best after a meal, when you can give it your attention.

Is Matilde Limited Exposure No. 2 good for beginners?

It is a stronger cigar. Most newer smokers are better served starting milder and working up to it. Smoke it slowly, a puff a minute or so, and do not inhale.

Where is Matilde Limited Exposure No. 2 made?

Matilde Limited Exposure No. 2 is made in Dominican Republic at Tabacalera La Matilde, according to manufacturer and trade sources.

What wrapper does Matilde Limited Exposure No. 2 use?

Matilde Limited Exposure No. 2 uses an Ecuadorian Sumatra wrapper over a Dominican binder, with Dominican and Nicaraguan filler. Blends can change between releases, so check the band year if it matters to you.

What sizes does Matilde Limited Exposure No. 2 come in?

The CigarMind catalog lists 3 sizes: Lonsdale (6 × 42), Robusto (5 × 50) and Toro (6 × 54). Each size has its own page with the full blend.

How long does it take to smoke Matilde Limited Exposure No. 2?

For a 6-inch size, plan on about 1 hour to 1 h 30 min. That is a rule of thumb of 10 to 15 minutes per inch at a relaxed pace, a puff about once a minute.

What drink goes with Matilde Limited Exposure No. 2?

With a Sumatra wrapper, common pairings are cognac, a brown ale, or coffee. Match the drink's weight to the cigar's: lighter drinks for milder cigars, darker spirits for fuller ones.

What cigars are similar to Matilde Limited Exposure No. 2?

Cigars with a similar build include Butera Royal Vintage Royal Vintage, La Aurora 1495 Series and Vega Magna. They share Sumatra wrapper, medium-full strength, made in Dominican Republic. Similarity here is by wrapper, strength, origin and factory, not by a tasting panel.