Bolivar Belicosos Finos Reserva Cosecha 2016 is one of the most coveted limited editions ever to carry the Bolivar marque. This full-bodied 5.5″ x 52 belicoso delivers aged leather, dark chocolate, and espresso. Reach for it when an occasion calls for a genuinely special smoke.
About the Bolivar Belicosos Finos Reserva Cosecha 2016
Bolivar has long stood as one of Habanos’ most uncompromising marcas, named for the South American liberator Simon Bolivar and celebrated for cigars that smoke with conviction. The Belicosos Finos Reserva Cosecha 2016 marked the first Reserva release ever granted to the Bolivar brand, an honour reserved for tobaccos of exceptional character. Every leaf in this edition was drawn from the single 2016 harvest in the Vuelta Abajo region of Pinar del Rio, then aged for a minimum of three years before rolling. Presented in lacquered boxes of twenty and capped with the distinctive black and silver Reserva band, it debuted at the XXII Festival del Habano in February 2020 as a strictly limited run of 5,000 numbered boxes.
Flavor profile by thirds
The opening third arrives with the bold, earthy signature that defines Bolivar, layering toasted almond and supple aged leather over a base of dark chocolate. As the cigar settles into its second third, roasted coffee and espresso step forward, while a measured turn of black pepper lifts the retrohale and a whisper of dried fig rounds the edges with gentle sweetness. The final third holds its full-bodied composure, the leather and cocoa deepening as the additional bottle age in this Reserva keeps everything polished rather than sharp.
Pairings
An aged Cuban rum, where caramel and oak echo the cigar’s chocolate and leather notes.
A peaty single malt Scotch, whose smoke and brine play against the pepper and espresso.
A robust double espresso or unsweetened dark coffee to mirror the roasted core.
Aging and storage
Because the Reserva designation already guarantees extended pre-release aging, these cigars smoke beautifully on arrival, yet they reward patience handsomely. Keep them in a well seasoned humidor held around 65 to 70 percent relative humidity and roughly 18 degrees Celsius, ideally still resting in their original box. Over several more years the full-bodied profile mellows and the dried fruit sweetness grows more pronounced, so many collectors set a portion aside while enjoying the rest.
Who it is for
This is a cigar for the seasoned smoker who appreciates power held in balance and who values provenance as much as flavour. Newcomers may find the full strength demanding, but enthusiasts of classic Cuban earthiness, collectors chasing numbered limited editions, and anyone marking a meaningful occasion will find the Belicosos Finos Reserva Cosecha 2016 worth seeking out. The belicoso shape concentrates the smoke and suits an unhurried hour or more.
Frequently asked questions
What size is the Bolivar Belicosos Finos Reserva Cosecha 2016? It is a belicoso measuring 5.5 inches (140 mm) in length with a 52 ring gauge, the same dimensions as the regular production Belicosos Finos.
Why is this cigar considered special? It was the first Reserva release ever made for the Bolivar brand, built entirely from the 2016 harvest, aged at least three years before rolling, and limited to 5,000 individually numbered boxes of twenty.
How strong is it? It is a full-bodied smoke with the bold, earthy Bolivar character, layering leather, dark chocolate, espresso, black pepper, and a touch of dried fig.
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