Partagas Maduro No.2 Cigar – Single

The Partagas Maduro No.2 completes the Linea Maduro series alongside No.1 and No.3 variants. This 4 3/4-inch Short Pirámides vitola features a 55 ring gauge, making it the sole figurado in the Maduro line. Its tapered head design intensifies flavor concentration during combustion.

Hand-rolled with Vuelta Abajo tobacco leaves, the Partagas Maduro No.2 utilizes a dark wrapper leaf from the plant's upper section. Through extended air-curing and natural fermentation processes lasting 180 days, the capa develops its distinctive oily texture and deep coloration. This wrapper contributes sweetness to the blend's intense aromatic profile.

Construction and Combustion Properties

• 55 ring gauge provides optimal smoke volume
• Triple-seam cap ensures structural integrity
• Average combustion time: 40 minutes

The Partagas Maduro No.2 delivers sequential flavor development beginning with cocoa and roasted coffee notes. Mid-smoke transitions reveal oak and black pepper undertones, supported by a mineral-rich earthiness characteristic of Partagas blends. Its dense smoke output and balanced draw rate maintain consistent flavor delivery.

Wrapper Development Process

• 120-day primary fermentation in tercio bales
• 60-day secondary fermentation in pilones
• 18-month minimum aging period

This cigar's substantial ring gauge accommodates a blend of seco and ligero leaves, creating the Partagas Maduro No.2's signature full-bodied strength. The combustion pattern features a 2mm/hour burn rate with minimal relight requirements, making it suitable for post-meal consumption.