Matilde
Quadrata
Matilde Quadrata is a medium 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 5¼ × 50 to 6½ × 54.
- Maker
- Matilde
- Wrapper
- Ecuadorian Sumatra
- Binder
- Dominican
- Filler
- Dominican and Nicaraguan
- Country
- Dominican Republic
- Factory
- Tabacalera La Matilde
- Strength
- medium
- Sizes
- 3 · 5¼ × 50 to 6½ × 54
Blend details are claims from manufacturer and trade sources. Blends can change between releases.
What it tastes like
what the wrapper usually bringsMatilde Quadrata 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 strength suits most of the day, including an afternoon with a drink.
- 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
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What does Matilde Quadrata taste like?
Matilde Quadrata 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 Quadrata?
Matilde Quadrata is listed as medium strength. Medium strength suits most of the day, including an afternoon with a drink.
Is Matilde Quadrata good for beginners?
Usually, yes. Medium strength is manageable for most newer smokers who smoke slowly after eating. Smoke it slowly, a puff a minute or so, and do not inhale.
Where is Matilde Quadrata made?
Matilde Quadrata is made in Dominican Republic at Tabacalera La Matilde, according to manufacturer and trade sources.
What wrapper does Matilde Quadrata use?
Matilde Quadrata 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 Quadrata come in?
The CigarMind catalog lists 3 sizes: Robusto (5¼ × 50), Torpedo (6 × 52) and Toro Bravo (6½ × 54). Each size has its own page with the full blend.
How long does it take to smoke Matilde Quadrata?
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 Quadrata?
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 Quadrata?
Cigars with a similar build include La Aurora 107 Ecuador, ADVentura Blackfin's Parlay and Bances. They share Sumatra wrapper, medium strength, made in Dominican Republic. Similarity here is by wrapper, strength, origin and factory, not by a tasting panel.