About the Partagas Maduro No.1
Partagas has built its reputation on bold, earthy Havanas since 1845, and the Maduro No.1 marks a milestone for the marque. Launched in 2015, it inaugurated the brand’s first line dressed entirely in a dark maduro wrapper, a leaf selected from the upper levels of the tobacco plant and given an extra fermentation period to deepen its color and intensity. Released as a La Casa del Habano and Habanos Specialist exclusive, this Robusto-format vitola carries the full-bodied character Partagas is known for, now wrapped in something noticeably richer and sweeter than the standard line.
Flavor profile by thirds
The opening third leans into the maduro’s natural sweetness, with notes of warm bread and raisin riding alongside a backbone of earth and leather. Through the middle the smoke turns creamier, as chocolate and roasted nut step forward and a touch of coffee spice keeps things grounded. The final third builds in intensity, where star anise, darker cocoa, and that classic Partagas earthiness pull together into a long, satisfying finish that confirms the full strength rating.
Pairings
- Aged Cuban rum, whose molasses sweetness echoes the wrapper’s raisin and cocoa tones.
- A dark, full-roast espresso that mirrors the cigar’s coffee and chocolate notes.
- A peated single malt Scotch for smokers who want the leather and earth to stand against a smoky counterpoint.
Aging and storage
Keep this Habano resting at roughly 65 to 70 percent relative humidity and a temperature near 18 degrees Celsius, or about 64 to 68 Fahrenheit. Maduro wrappers tend to reward patience, and a year or two in a seasoned humidor will let the youthful edge mellow while the sweet and earthy elements marry. Rotate your boxes occasionally and avoid sudden swings in conditions, since a stable environment protects both the construction and the flavor.
Who it is for
This is a cigar for the experienced smoker who already enjoys full-bodied Cuban tobacco and wants the added dimension of a dark, sweet maduro wrapper. Newcomers may find the strength demanding, so it suits a palate that appreciates depth over subtlety. Anyone drawn to chocolate, coffee, and leather notes in a manageable Robusto size will find plenty to return to here.
Frequently asked questions
What size is the Partagas Maduro No.1?
It measures 5.1 inches, or 130 millimeters, with a 52 ring gauge, placing it in the Robusto format.
How strong is the Partagas Maduro No.1?
It is rated full strength, delivering the rich intensity Partagas is famous for, amplified by its extra-fermented maduro wrapper.
What makes this cigar a maduro?
The wrapper leaf comes from the top of the tobacco plant and is given an additional fermentation period, which darkens its color and brings out the sweeter, deeper notes that define the line.
Explore more
Browse all Partagas cigars, see our Partagas price guide, or try the Partagas Serie P 2 and Partagas Serie D No. 4. Store yours in a seasoned humidor and see our guide on how long cigars last. Learn more from Wikipedia, the official Habanos S.A. site.
Margaret Butler –
Phenomenal smoke! Been enjoying Cuban cigars for years and this PARTAGAS MADURO NO.1 is easily one of my favorites. Beautiful wrapper, flawless construction, and about 51 minutes of pure enjoyment. The flavor profile is incredible – dark chocolate and nuts. Will definitely order more!
Christopher Wilson –
Absolutely outstanding cigar! The Partagas PARTAGAS MADURO NO.1 delivers exceptional quality from start to finish. Rich, complex flavors with notes of spice and cedar. Perfect construction and draw. This is what premium Cuban cigars are all about. Highly recommended!
Helen Bennett –
This is hands down one of the best cigars I’ve smoked this year. The Partagas PARTAGAS MADURO NO.1 exceeded all expectations. Rich, creamy smoke with complex notes of dark chocolate and nuts. Construction is perfect, ash holds firm. Worth every penny!
Linda Davis –
This is hands down one of the best cigars I’ve smoked this year. The Partagas PARTAGAS MADURO NO.1 exceeded all expectations. Rich, creamy smoke with complex notes of coffee and wood. Construction is perfect, ash holds firm. Worth every penny!
Jacqueline Porter –
Phenomenal smoke! Been enjoying Cuban cigars for years and this PARTAGAS MADURO NO.1 is easily one of my favorites. Beautiful wrapper, flawless construction, and about 59 minutes of pure enjoyment. The flavor profile is incredible – dark chocolate and nuts. Will definitely order more!
Patricia Rodriguez –
A true masterpiece from Partagas. This PARTAGAS MADURO NO.1 is everything you want in a premium Cuban cigar. Exquisite flavors of earth and leather, flawless construction, razor-sharp burn. Been smoking these for years and they never disappoint!
Marie Reynolds –
Excellent cigar from Partagas. The PARTAGAS MADURO NO.1 has a refined flavor profile – lots of earth and leather. Draw was perfect and it burned for about 73 minutes. Only minor complaint is it’s slightly strong for my taste, but overall a great smoke.
Jeffrey Watson –
The Partagas PARTAGAS MADURO NO.1 is a quality cigar. Nice balance of flavor and strength. I enjoyed the earth and leather notes throughout. Construction was very good with only one minor touch-up needed. Good cigar for experienced smokers.
Susan Richardson –
Solid cigar from Partagas. The PARTAGAS MADURO NO.1 has nice flavors of earth and leather and good construction. Enjoyed about 47 minutes of smooth smoking. Would recommend, especially for those new to Partagas.
Ralph Morrison –
Exceptional cigar from Partagas. The PARTAGAS MADURO NO.1 delivers on every level – flavor, construction, consistency. Beautiful notes of tobacco and earth throughout the 66 minute smoke. This is why Cuban cigars are legendary!
Howard Lynch –
Great smoke for the price. This PARTAGAS MADURO NO.1 offers excellent value for a premium Partagas cigar. Good flavor with notes of spice and cedar, even burn, and consistent quality. Perfect for a weekend smoke. Happy with this purchase!
Michael Anderson –
Solid cigar from Partagas. The PARTAGAS MADURO NO.1 has nice flavors of dark chocolate and nuts and good construction. Enjoyed about 88 minutes of smooth smoking. Would recommend, especially for those new to Partagas.
Anthony Harris –
Best cigar I’ve had in a long time! Partagas really knocked it out of the park with the PARTAGAS MADURO NO.1. Rich flavor profile featuring tobacco and earth, perfect draw, and excellent burn. Can’t recommend this enough!
Sandra Young –
Top-tier quality from Partagas. The PARTAGAS MADURO NO.1 showcases everything I love about Cuban cigars – impeccable craftsmanship, smooth draw, and layers of flavor. Picked up notes of coffee and wood. Burned evenly throughout. A must-try for any serious aficionado!
James Robinson –
Decent cigar but not my favorite from Partagas. The PARTAGAS MADURO NO.1 has good flavor – dark chocolate and nuts – but didn’t wow me like other Cubans I’ve had. Construction was fine, burn was mostly even. It’s good, just not exceptional. Worth trying though.
Larry Barnes –
Solid cigar from Partagas. The PARTAGAS MADURO NO.1 has nice flavors of earth and leather and good construction. Enjoyed about 67 minutes of smooth smoking. Would recommend, especially for those new to Partagas.
Kimberly Roberts –
Very good cigar. The Partagas PARTAGAS MADURO NO.1 lives up to its reputation. Beautiful wrapper, good construction, and nice flavor development. Tasted coffee and wood with a smooth finish. Not the absolute best I’ve had, but definitely solid. Would buy again.
Ann Crawford –
Good cigar but expected a bit more for the price. The Partagas PARTAGAS MADURO NO.1 delivered on flavor (tobacco and earth) and construction, but lacked the complexity I was hoping for. Solid smoke, just not outstanding. Still enjoyable.
Stephanie Rogers –
Best cigar I’ve had in a long time! Partagas really knocked it out of the park with the PARTAGAS MADURO NO.1. Rich flavor profile featuring dark chocolate and nuts, perfect draw, and excellent burn. Can’t recommend this enough!
Richard Howard –
Absolutely outstanding cigar! The Partagas PARTAGAS MADURO NO.1 delivers exceptional quality from start to finish. Rich, complex flavors with notes of dark chocolate and nuts. Perfect construction and draw. This is what premium Cuban cigars are all about. Highly recommended!
Donald Long –
The Partagas PARTAGAS MADURO NO.1 is a quality cigar. Nice balance of flavor and strength. I enjoyed the dark chocolate and nuts notes throughout. Construction was very good with only one minor touch-up needed. Good cigar for experienced smokers.
Gregory Murphy –
Good cigar but expected a bit more for the price. The Partagas PARTAGAS MADURO NO.1 delivered on flavor (pepper and cocoa) and construction, but lacked the complexity I was hoping for. Solid smoke, just not outstanding. Still enjoyable.
Jonathan Baker –
Phenomenal smoke! Been enjoying Cuban cigars for years and this PARTAGAS MADURO NO.1 is easily one of my favorites. Beautiful wrapper, flawless construction, and about 89 minutes of pure enjoyment. The flavor profile is incredible – pepper and cocoa. Will definitely order more!