Quai d’Orsay Senadores

About the Quai d’Orsay Senadores

Quai d’Orsay was conceived in the 1970s as a refined Habano built for the French palate, and that quiet elegance still defines the marque today. The Senadores marks a milestone for the brand, arriving as its very first Edicion Limitada when it was unveiled at the XXI Festival del Habano in 2019. Rolled as a Gran Corona using aged Cuban leaf, it pairs the line’s signature smoothness with the extra depth that limited-edition tobacco brings, and each cigar carries the distinctive second band reserved for these special releases.

Flavor profile by thirds

The opening third lights easily and leads with cedar, toasted bread, and a wash of brown sugar sweetness, lifted by gentle black pepper and a floral edge. Through the middle the profile shifts toward earth and toast, layering in cinnamon, leather, hay, roasted peanut, and the first hints of cocoa. The final third grows richer still, with deeper cedar, dark chocolate, and leather joined by notes of coffee and graham cracker, closing on a balanced, faintly citrusy finish that never tips into harshness.

Pairings

• An aged Cuban rum, whose molasses sweetness echoes the cigar’s brown sugar core.
• A cup of dark, freshly brewed coffee to mirror the toasty, cocoa-laced second half.
• A lighter single malt or cognac for those who prefer a softer, more aromatic counterpoint.

Aging and storage

Like most limited editions built around matured leaf, the Senadores rewards patience. Keep it in a well-seasoned humidor held near 65 to 70 percent relative humidity and a steady temperature around 18 degrees Celsius, or 64 to 66 Fahrenheit. Under those conditions the sweeter, more delicate notes settle and integrate over months and years, smoothing any youthful spice while preserving the cedar and chocolate backbone.

Who it is for

This is a cigar for the smoker who values balance and finesse over sheer power. Newcomers stepping up from genuinely mild smokes will find it approachable, while seasoned aficionados can appreciate the evolving complexity and the cachet of a scarce, first-of-its-kind Quai d’Orsay release. It suits an unhurried hour after a meal rather than a quick break.

Frequently asked questions

What size is the Quai d’Orsay Senadores?
It is a Gran Corona measuring 6.2 inches, or 157 millimeters, with a 48 ring gauge, presented in boxes of 25.

How strong is it?
The Senadores is a medium-bodied smoke, rich in flavor yet smooth enough to enjoy without feeling overpowering.

What makes this cigar special?
It is the first Edicion Limitada ever produced for Quai d’Orsay, launched at the 2019 Festival del Habano and built around aged Cuban tobacco, which makes it a notable piece for collectors and brand enthusiasts alike.

Explore more

Browse all Quai D'Orsay cigars, or try the Quai D’orsay No. 50 and Quai D’orsay No. 54. Store yours in a seasoned humidor and see our guide on how long cigars last. Learn more from the official Habanos S.A. site.