AVO Classic Maduro
Price range: $11.50 through $245.25
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AVO Classic Maduro is a masterfully crafted cigar that impeccably balances tradition, flavor, and refinement. Originating from the Dominican Republic and produced at the renowned Oettinger Kelner Cigars factory, this cigar is a tribute to the collaboration between jazz composer Avo Uvezian and legendary blender Hendrik “Henke” Kelner. It features a dark, oily Connecticut Broadleaf wrapper aged for three years, which sets the foundation for a rich and complex experience while maintaining a creamy, approachable profile.
- 3-year aged Connecticut Broadleaf wrapper providing rich, oily texture and deep maduro character
- 25-year aged Dominican filler tobaccos creating exceptional complexity and smoothness
- Complex flavor evolution with notes of chocolate, black cherry, dark plum, molasses, and coffee
- Medium-bodied strength making it versatile for any time of day smoking
- Excellent construction quality with tight ash formation and reliable burn characteristics
- Jazz-inspired heritage honoring Avo Uvezian’s musical background and cigar craftsmanship
Each draw introduces notes of creamy chocolate, black cherry, dark plum, and sweet molasses, accented by undertones of campfire, spice, toasted nuts, espresso, and cedar. The first third begins with creamy milk chocolate and subtle baking spices, evolving into more complex profiles as the cigar progresses. The second third introduces cedar wood, mocha, and roasted elements, while the final third delivers pronounced walnut notes, leather, and nutmeg with touches of earth and tobacco sweetness.
Construction is consistently excellent, featuring a firm, slightly rustic cigar with an oily, toothy wrapper and invisible seams. The burn is reliable with straight burn lines, the ash forms tight “stacking dimes,” and the draw is perfectly calibrated, producing ample, silky smoke. The cigar maintains cool smoking temperatures throughout, allowing the complex flavor profile to develop without harshness or heat.
Originally released in 2000 and discontinued in 2015, AVO Classic Maduro made a triumphant return in 2020 as a regular production line due to enthusiastic demand from cigar aficionados. The blend uses the original AVO Classic recipe with the key difference being the Connecticut Broadleaf maduro wrapper replacing the traditional Connecticut Shade wrapper, creating a richer, more intense smoking experience while maintaining the elegant character that made AVO famous.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Origin | Dominican Republic |
| Factory | Oettinger Kelner Cigars |
| Wrapper | Connecticut Broadleaf (3-year aged) |
| Binder | Dominican Republic |
| Filler | Dominican Republic (25-year aged) |
| Body | Medium |
| Available Sizes | Robusto (5×50), No. 2 (6×50), No. 3 (7½×50) |
| Master Blender | Hendrik “Henke” Kelner |
Summary
Box Count: 25
Region: Dominican Republic
Strength: Medium
Binder: Dominican Republic
Wrapper: Connecticut Broadleaf
Filler: Dominican Republic
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes AVO Classic Maduro different from other maduro cigars?
AVO Classic Maduro features 25-year aged Dominican filler tobaccos and a 3-year aged Connecticut Broadleaf wrapper, creating exceptional smoothness and complexity while maintaining medium body strength that’s approachable rather than overpowering like many maduro cigars.
What flavor notes can I expect from AVO Classic Maduro?
The flavor profile includes creamy chocolate, black cherry, dark plum, sweet molasses, espresso, cedar, toasted nuts, leather, nutmeg, and subtle baking spices with campfire undertones throughout the smoking experience.
Is AVO Classic Maduro suitable for beginners?
Yes, despite being a maduro, this cigar offers medium body strength with a smooth, cre
| Sizes | Box – Robusto 5 x 50, 5 Pack – Robusto 5 x 50, Box – No. 2 6 x 50, 5 Pack – No. 2 6 x 50, Single – Robusto 5 x 50, Single – No. 2 6 x 50 |
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Alexander S (verified owner) –
This cigar is a damn good Connecticut broadleaf wrapper over Dominican binder and filler. Someone else in their Oxford review liken this cigar to the Davidoff Churchill Late Hour. I would agree. Not as complex nor does it have the subtle finish from the aging that the Late Hour tobacco gets from aging in scotch whisky casks. But is still damn good for more than half the price of a Late Hour. The tasting notes I get are:
1/3: nutmeg, cedar, herb and finishes with earthy notes maybe something like undergrowth.
2/3: leather, cedar, nutmeg
3/3: nutmeg, cedar and a bit of a fermented fruit on the finish.
Will definitely stocking up more of AVO Classic Maduro once I have some real estate free up from my inventory.
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Anonymous (verified owner) –
Great maduro. This has those classic flavors. Milk chocolate, cedar and light roast coffee. The flavors were excellent and Avo produces another slammin stick. Draw was absolutely on point. Great smoke output from this. Would definitely smoke these again as it’s an awesome stick, at an even better price.
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Eddy (verified owner) –
A very smooth cigar. This is a classic maduro taste. It has nice dark choc sweetness to it but lacks complexity. I only wish it come in smaller rings guages, a 46 would accent the flavour even more.
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Justin White (verified owner) –
This is exactly what a maduro should be. Great flavor, smooth and rich.
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Daniel O’Connell (verified owner) –
For those who always assume that Maduro means overpowering flavour (and often overpowering nicotine), the Avo Classic Maduro (along with the Ashton Aged Maduro) are proof that dark wrapper cigars really don’t have to be overwhelming. A nice mix of sweet tobacco, medium-roast coffee, and basic spices – it is not as complex a cigar as some, but it is refined and enjoyable – could be had after a good breakfast or after dessert!
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thatamsyndrome (verified owner) –
I love this cigar. I wouldn’t say it could replace a Churchill Late Hour in the flavor and complexity department. But price wise, these will always be in stock in my humidor. Lovely chocolate and leather notes. Pairs well with pretty much anything you throw at it.
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sprimo22 (verified owner) –
Such a flavorful complex cigar. Very consistent all the way through.
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