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Gilberto Oliva Reserva

Oliva Gilberto Oliva Reserva is a medium-full strength cigar made in Nicaragua at Tabacalera Oliva de Nicaragua. It pairs Indonesian Sumatra wrapper; Ecuadorian binder; Nicaraguan filler. The catalog lists 5 sizes, from 5 × 50 to 7 × 50.

Maker
Oliva
Wrapper
Indonesian Sumatra
Binder
Ecuadorian
Filler
Nicaraguan
Country
Nicaragua
Factory
Tabacalera Oliva de Nicaragua
Strength
medium-full
Sizes
5 · 5 × 50 to 7 × 50

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

What it tastes like

what the wrapper usually brings

Oliva Gilberto Oliva Reserva uses an Indonesian 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

5 in the catalog

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Oliva Gilberto Oliva Reserva questions

What does Oliva Gilberto Oliva Reserva taste like?

Oliva Gilberto Oliva Reserva uses an Indonesian 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 Oliva Gilberto Oliva Reserva?

Oliva Gilberto Oliva Reserva is listed as medium-full strength. Medium to full: best after a meal, when you can give it your attention.

Is Oliva Gilberto Oliva Reserva 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 Oliva Gilberto Oliva Reserva made?

Oliva Gilberto Oliva Reserva is made in Nicaragua at Tabacalera Oliva de Nicaragua, according to manufacturer and trade sources.

What wrapper does Oliva Gilberto Oliva Reserva use?

Oliva Gilberto Oliva Reserva uses an Indonesian Sumatra wrapper over an Ecuadorian binder, with Nicaraguan filler. Blends can change between releases, so check the band year if it matters to you.

What sizes does Oliva Gilberto Oliva Reserva come in?

The CigarMind catalog lists 5 sizes: Corona (5¾ × 43), Robusto (5 × 50), Toro (6 × 50), Churchill (7 × 50) and Torpedo (6 × 52). Each size has its own page with the full blend.

How long does it take to smoke Oliva Gilberto Oliva Reserva?

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 Oliva Gilberto Oliva Reserva?

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 Oliva Gilberto Oliva Reserva?

Cigars with a similar build include Drew Estate Undercrown Sun Grown, Crowned Heads Four Kicks and Nat Sherman Panamericana. They share Sumatra wrapper, medium-full strength, made in Nicaragua. Similarity here is by wrapper, strength, origin and factory, not by a tasting panel.