Davidoff’s famed ‘702’ line now in-store

Eight years ago, Davidoff cigars released a limited-edition cigar that bore the ‘702’ name, it was given this name thanks to a unique hybrid seed that was created using three different strands of Cuban tobacco, it was then grown in Ecuador before it became the Ecuadorian wrapper that was used for the ‘Davidoff Limited Edition 2009 Selección 702’.

Now, the seed and the number are back and the Ecuadorian wrapper from the 702 seed has been used to give a new light to some of the companies most iconic cigars, and are now available instore or online at Havana House.

Charles Awad, SVP global marketing and innovation at Oettinger Davidoff AG says:

“Davidoff Master blenders have taken on the challenge to reimagine and reinvent our most iconic cigars –2000, Special R, Special T, Aniversario No. 3 among others – and give them an exciting twist for those seeking a more intense, bolder taste experience.

“These cigars, that have defined and refined Time, are wrapped in the new 702 ‘Habano’ wrapper from Ecuador to give them a bolder edge. The 702 Series is an exciting opportunity for those who have not yet had the chance to discover, or may want to rediscover, these iconic cigars.”

Look at the line in more detail below before visiting us online or at one of our stores:

Davidoff 702 Series No.2 Cigar

This medium to full-bodied smoke is crafted from Dominican tobacco with a ‘702’ Habano wrapper from Ecuador. It boasts an earthy taste with hints of honey, hay and grass with the aroma evoking scents of fresh-cut cedar.

Size: Panatela 6” x 38 ring gauge.

Origin: Dominican Republic.

Strength: Medium.

Wrapper: Habano.

Davidoff 702 Series Aniversario No.3 Cigar

The typical full-bodied Toro cigar, with a richer, slightly spicy character surprises with the 702 Habano Ecuador wrapper which delivers additional deep flavours of milk coffee, spice and dark chocolate.

This cigar is richer, bolder, spicier, and more complex than the original cigar but still boasts Davidoff’s hallmark smooth, creamy character and head-turning aroma.

Size: Toro 6” x 50 ring gauge.

Origin: Dominican Republic.

Strength: Medium.

Wrapper: Habano.

Davidoff 702 Series Signature 2000 Cigar

What you’ll first notice in the first third of this cigar is that earth and pepper co-exist with rich aged tobacco and dried raisin.

The second third see’s the power increase noticeably, going from a mild to medium to a solid medium plus. You’ll get tasting notes of rose, dates, cream and coffee beans. The final third offers notes of roasted almonds and rich toffee that is sure to be aa delight for any stogie smoker.

Size: Corona 5 1/16” x 43 ring gauge.

Origin: Dominican Republic.

Strength: Medium.

Wrapper: Habano.

Davidoff 702 Series Entreacto Cigar

This beautiful little cigar starts out mildly salty, with a bitter tinge that balances itself well. The aromas are few but well defined, boasting hints of spice and balsamic flavours before you get hints of coffee.

The Ecuadorian wrapper affords a dense smoke with harmonious notes of leather, pepper and spices in a Short Corona format.

Size: Short Corona 3 1/2” x 43 ring gauge.

Origin: Dominican Republic.

Strength: Medium.

Wrapper: Habano.

Davidoff 702 Series Special R Cigar

There’s apple wood, wet leaves, pecans and a sour cream-like creaminess that will delight the senses in the first third before coming alive in the second, with fresh floral scents that mingle with earthy, woody notes, and reveal a hint of sweetness. The final third holds strong and delivers deep flavours of coffee, wood and leather with a creamy aftertaste. A must have for any aficionados humidor.

Size: Robusto 4 7/8” x 50 ring gauge.

Origin: Dominican Republic.

Strength: Medium.

Wrapper: Habano.