Group D Grand 8 Finisher #7 Overall — Grand 8 Finisher

Davidoff Millennium

Davidoff

Product Information

Manufacturer
Davidoff
Country of Origin
Dominican Republic
Wrapper
Ecuadorian Hybrid 151
Binder
Dominican Republic
Filler
Dominican Republic
Factory
Davidoff Production Facility, Villa González, Dominican Republic
Strength
Medium-Full
Vitola / Size
Toro (6" × 50)
Group-Stage Record
3-0
Overall Tournament Record
4-1
Result
Grand 8 Finisher
Final Placement
#7 Overall — Grand 8 Finisher
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Competition Performance

Davidoff Millennium dominated Group D with a perfect 3–0 record, defeating Foundation Olmec, Montecristo 1935 Anniversary Nicaragua, and Romeo y Julieta Reserva Real. After advancing past Tatuaje Black Petite Lancero in the Top 16, Davidoff's impressive tournament run ended in the Grand 8 against E.P. Carrillo Encore Majestic, finishing #7 overall with a 4–1 overall tournament record.

Competition Matchups

M19 group stage Win
M20 group stage Win
M21 group stage Win
M56 top 16 Win
M59 grand 8 Loss
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Ashology™ Assessment

Official evaluation across six categories — maximum Ashology™ Score 30 / 30.

Construction
5/5 — Exceptional
Draw
5/5 — Exceptional
Burn
5/5 — Exceptional
Flavor Complexity
5/5 — Exceptional
Balance
5/5 — Exceptional
Finish
4/5 — Excellent
Ashology™ Score
29.0 / 30
Exceptional
Overall Classification
Grand 8 Grade
Competition Achievement
2026 Grand 8 Finisher
Ashology™ Highlights
  • star Exceptional craftsmanship
  • star Impeccable construction
  • star Outstanding burn consistency
  • star Refined flavor progression
  • star Perfect balance
  • star Grand 8 caliber performance
Editorial Assessment

Davidoff Millennium exemplified precision, refinement, and consistency throughout the 2026 competition. Its flawless construction, effortless draw, and balanced flavor profile allowed it to advance through every stage of the Group Phase before earning a place among the tournament's Grand 8.

Its sophisticated character and exceptional craftsmanship reinforced Davidoff's reputation for producing world-class premium cigars.

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Ashology™ Smoking Experience

Cold Draw
Cedar, hay, black tea and gentle pepper.
First Third
Refined cedar, cream, white pepper and toasted bread create an elegant beginning.
Second Third
Coffee, walnut and delicate cocoa add richness without overwhelming the profile.
Final Third
Oak, espresso and pepper deepen while the cigar remains smooth and precise.
Construction
Excellent draw, clean burn and firm ash.
Finish
Long, polished and quietly complex.
Ashology Assessment
Sophistication defined through precision, balance and subtle development.
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Final Verdict

Ashology™ recognized Davidoff Millennium as one of the most refined and sophisticated cigars in the competition, earning a well-deserved place among the Final Eight.

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Tasting notes reflect the cigar and vitola evaluated during the 2026 Cigar of the Year competition. Flavor, strength and burn performance may vary based on storage conditions, age, vitola and individual palate. Tobacco products are intended only for adults of legal smoking age.

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