Partagás
Black Label
Partagás Black Label is a medium-full strength cigar made in Dominican Republic at General Cigar Dominicana. It pairs Connecticut Broadleaf Maduro (Cuban-seed Medio Tiempo) wrapper; Dominican (La Vega Especial) binder; Nicaraguan Ligero and Dominican Piloto Cubano filler. The catalog lists 2 sizes, from 5½ × 54 to 6 × 50.
- Maker
- Partagás
- Wrapper
- Connecticut Broadleaf Maduro (Cuban-seed Medio Tiempo)
- Binder
- Dominican (La Vega Especial)
- Filler
- Nicaraguan Ligero and Dominican Piloto Cubano
- Country
- Dominican Republic
- Factory
- General Cigar Dominicana
- Strength
- medium-full
- Sizes
- 2 · 5½ × 54 to 6 × 50
Blend details are claims from manufacturer and trade sources. Blends can change between releases.
What it tastes like
what the wrapper usually bringsPartagás Black Label uses a Connecticut Broadleaf Maduro (Cuban-seed Medio Tiempo) wrapper. Connecticut broadleaf wrappers tend toward dark chocolate, molasses and a heavy 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: port, stout, or a sweet bourbon.
- 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 Partagás Black Label taste like?
Partagás Black Label uses a Connecticut Broadleaf Maduro (Cuban-seed Medio Tiempo) wrapper. Connecticut broadleaf wrappers tend toward dark chocolate, molasses and a heavy 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 Partagás Black Label?
Partagás Black Label is listed as medium-full strength. Medium to full: best after a meal, when you can give it your attention.
Is Partagás Black Label 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 Partagás Black Label made?
Partagás Black Label is made in Dominican Republic at General Cigar Dominicana, according to manufacturer and trade sources.
What wrapper does Partagás Black Label use?
Partagás Black Label uses a Connecticut Broadleaf Maduro (Cuban-seed Medio Tiempo) wrapper over a Dominican (La Vega Especial) binder, with Nicaraguan Ligero and Dominican Piloto Cubano filler. Blends can change between releases, so check the band year if it matters to you.
What sizes does Partagás Black Label come in?
The CigarMind catalog lists 2 sizes: Máximo (6 × 50) and Clásico (5½ × 54). Each size has its own page with the full blend.
How long does it take to smoke Partagás Black Label?
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 Partagás Black Label?
With a broadleaf wrapper, common pairings are port, stout, or a sweet bourbon. Match the drink's weight to the cigar's: lighter drinks for milder cigars, darker spirits for fuller ones.
What cigars are similar to Partagás Black Label?
Cigars with a similar build include Crowned Heads Le Careme, La Aurora 107 USA and Macanudo Inspirado Black. They share broadleaf wrapper, medium-full strength, made in Dominican Republic. Similarity here is by wrapper, strength, origin and factory, not by a tasting panel.