Davidoff Cigars to launch ‘Timeless Classics’ assortment in April

Davidoff Cigars is relaunching three cigars – No. 2, 2000 and Special R – together in one new assortment, available at selected tobacconists worldwide from 1 April.

With the tagline, “˜Great cigars don’t need to shout’, Davidoff Timeless Classics will be supported by a global brand campaign “˜Viva Subtlety – Viva Sophistication’.

The launch of Davidoff Timeless Classics will be supported by a global brand campaign “˜Viva Subtlety – Viva Sophistication’

Davidoff No. 2 – Woody and earthy

Launched in 1968, the No. 2 hails from the Dominican Republic and is amongst the very first adorned with the iconic Davidoff white band. It is also said to be the cigar of choice for founder Zino Davidoff himself.

Available in a Panatela format, this earthy and woody blend emphasises floral aromas and leaves a refined, smooth aftertaste. Together with the No. 1, it is the first premium cigar to be topped with a “˜pigtail’, said to be a hallmark of the very best craftsmanship.

Taste profile
Blend: Woody and earthy
Wrapper: Connecticut-Ecuador
Binder: 151 Ec
Filler: San Vicente Seco, San Vicente Volado and Olor Seco
Dimensions: 6 x 38 – 15.2 x 1.5
Format: Panetela

Davidoff 2000 – Creamy and peppery

First crafted 35 years ago, this cigar was the very first Corona from Davidoff whose arrival is said to have created a stir amongst cigar lovers.

Hailed by the company as the bestselling cigar around the world, Davidoff 2000 balances its medium ring gauge and length with strong notes of coffee and pepper and a distinct creamy after-taste.

Taste profile
Blend: Creamy and peppery
Wrapper: Connecticut-Ecuador
Binder: Olancho Honduras
Filler: San Vicente Seco, Piloto Seco, San Vicente Volado and Olor Visus
Dimensions: 5 x 43 – 12.9 x 1.7
Format: Corona

Davidoff Special R – Creamy and spicy

With a Dominican Republic fine filler tobacco and an Ecuadorian wrapper, the Special R has a wide ring that allows for three unconventional tobacco leaves to be used in the filler. They create a harmonious blend showcasing pronounced spicy flavours and a creamy aftertaste.

Taste profile
Blend: Creamy and spicy
Wrapper: Connecticut-Ecuador
Binder: Piloto Dominican
Filler: San Vicente Viso, Piloto Ligero and Olor Seco
Dimensions: 4 ⅞ x 50 – 12.4 x 2
Format: Robusto

Davidoff’s Timeless Classics will be available in the following assortments and packaging:

New Timeless Classics Assortment
Davidoff Core 2014 Assort * Standard Regulated Markets 3 cigars in cello
Davidoff Core 2014 Assort ** Highly Regulated Markets 3 cigars in cello

Existing Packaging
Davidoff No. 2 – five cigars in cello 38 RG x 6″˜”˜/ 15.2 cm 8kg/1000 cigars
Davidoff No. 2 – four cigars in tubos 38 RG x 6″˜”˜/ 15.2 cm 8kg/1000 cigars
Davidoff 2000 – five cigars in cello 43 RG x 5 1/16″/ 12.9 cm 9kg/1000 cigars
Davidoff 2000 – four cigars in tubos 43 RG x 5 1/16″/ 12.9 cm 9kg/1000 cigars
Davidoff Special R – four cigars in cello 50 RG x 4 7/8″/ 12.4 cm 13kg/1000 cigars
Davidoff Special R – three cigars in tubos 50 RG x 4 7/8″/ 12.4 cm 13kg/1000 cigars

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