Cigar Review: Ortega Serie “D” No. 7
The first new cigar from Eddie Ortega, the Ortega Serie “D” is now available in 5 sizes, all of which are boxed pressed. Rolled in Estelli, Nicaragua, this cigar is being released in small quantities to a small number of retailers at this time. We here at Emerson’s Cigars are honored to be a part of Eddie Ortega’s new venture. The Serie “D” comprises a rich and complex blend of tobaccos grown in South and Central America with Nicaraguan tobaccos from Esteli and Jalapa giving it the prevalent flavors topped off with an exquisite Mexican Maduro wrapper.
Wrapper: Mexican Maduro
Binder: Nicaraguan
Filler: Nicaraguan
Strength: Medium to Full Bodied
Today I will be reviewing the Ortega Serie “D” No. 7, which is a 5 x 46 sized cigar.
Prelight: The appearance of the Serie “D” is flawless in construction with no soft spots and minimal veins. The cold draw is a bit of spice and hay, with a slight hint of pepper to it. A pretty typical cold draw for a Nicaraguan cigar.
First third: As I get in the first third there is heavy pepper and spice, it is very upfront and hitting the tongue with a lot of flavor! Retrohale has a cedar burn to it as well. This is definitely for someone who prefers a cigar on the medium to full bodied side. The burn line has been razor sharp so far and ash is a light gray color, holding on for well over an inch.
Second Third: Getting in to the second third the initial “punch” from the first third has settled a little bit, and it has become a much more balanced cigar. The cigar is still full of flavor, but it has settled to more of a medium strength and is smoking very nicely. The draw from the cigar is great, only requiring a slight touch up to correct the burn line, which I have found to be pretty normal for most box pressed cigars. I am really enjoying this cigar so far!
Final Third: The finish to the Ortega Serie “D” No. 7 was pretty consistent to the second third. A good balance of pepper, spice and cedar. Burn and draw were both excellent throughout the entire cigar. Just about burned the fingers finishing this cigar off, it was just too good to put down!
I found this cigar to be a great cigar! And with the price being between $6-$8 for the various sizes it is another huge plus! The Serie “D” started out with a big, full bodied “punch”, but settled nicely and was very enjoyable. I am partial to medium to full bodied cigars, Nicaraguan’s in particular, so this was right up my alley. Definitely worthy of a box purchase and looking forward to seeing how these cigars smoke once they have had a little more rest as well!
Ortega Serie “D” can be purchased at all 5 Emerson’s Cigars locations in the Hampton Roads area. Also available online or by calling 1-800-842-2990 to place an order. The Ortega Serie “D” is available in 5 packs and 20 count boxes, a 5 cigar line sampler should be available soon as well.
