Description
Stallone 10 Year Aged Collection Original Production: Negro Maduro
Size: Varies (original production)
Vitola: Toro format (selection may vary)
Wrapper: Negro Maduro
Binder: Nicaraguan
Fillers: Nicaraguan (regional blend)
Flavor Notes: Dark chocolate, molasses, roasted coffee, black pepper, cedar
Pairing Notes: Espresso, aged rum, dark stout beer, or a square of 85% dark chocolate
Manufacturer: Stallone Cigars by Tony Barrios
Privada Storytelling
Ten years ago, Tony Barrios set out from Venezuela to Nicaragua with a singular vision: to craft a cigar worthy of legacy. The result was the Stallone 10 Year Aged Collection, a monumental first production of 10,000 cigars in multiple wrapper expressions, each designed to showcase the artistry and strength of Nicaragua’s tobacco.
The Negro Maduro is one of the crown jewels of that project, a rich, decadent smoke that has quietly aged for a decade before reaching the hands of Privada members. These are not just cigars—they are snapshots of Tony’s original ambition, preserved in cedar and time, carrying the story of a dream that refused to fade.
Flavor Journey
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First Third: Dark chocolate and molasses lead the charge, supported by cedar and a steady black pepper spice. Thick, chewy smoke sets a bold tone.
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Second Third: The sweetness deepens into espresso and burnt caramel, while a mineral note emerges, giving the cigar a layered complexity. Black pepper mellows into a subtle cinnamon spice on the retrohale.
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Final Third: A crescendo of roasted coffee, charred oak, and bittersweet cocoa closes the experience with strength and elegance, leaving a lingering earthy sweetness on the palate.
Why It Belongs in Privada
The Stallone 10 Year Aged Collection is more than a cigar; it is a living archive of Tony Barrios’ earliest vision. For Privada members, it offers rare access to a decade-aged treasure that blends history, craftsmanship, and passion. The Negro Maduro edition embodies boldness and richness, a perfect balance of depth and maturity—qualities that define both Privada and the cigars we bring to our community.
