PDR Flores y Rodriguez 10th Anniversary Reserva Limitada Mille Fleur Corona - Reviews by Josh

Staying true to their commitment to quality and consistency, PDR Cigars has become world-renowned for its boutique, high-quality cigars. Their award-winning reputation is well deserved—especially impressive given their relatively short history since being founded in 2004.
Based in Tamboril, Dominican Republic, about 25 minutes outside Santiago, PDR was launched under the leadership of master blender Abe Flores. What began as a side project while the company was still known as Pinar del Rio Cigars (operating under Don Leoncio Cigars) quickly grew into something far greater.
Flores’ first major success came with the release of the PDR 1878, named in honour of the founding year of Pinar del Rio in western Cuba. Many would argue that this release was one of the pivotal sparks that ignited both Flores’ rise and the widespread acclaim that PDR enjoys today.

Old World Meets New World

So why is a Dominican cigar manufacturer named after a Cuban province? It all traces back to Abe Flores’ connection with Leo Reyes, a renowned tobacco grower based in Navarrete, Dominican Republic. Reyes had strong ties to Pinar del Río, Cuba, sourcing his tobacco seeds from there. This connection inspired the name Pinar del Rio Cigars, which officially debuted at the 2008 International Premium Cigar & Pipe Retailers Association Trade Show.
Over time, the success of Flores’ PDR 1878 line began to overshadow the original Pinar del Rio brand. As a result, Flores—who continues to lead the company—eventually phased out the Pinar del Rio name in favour of PDR Cigars.
In addition to producing their own lines, PDR manufactures a wide range of contract cigars for brands such as Gurkha, Kristoff, and El Primer Mundo, to name a few. The factory produces approximately 5 million cigars annually, split roughly 50/50 between PDR’s own labels and contract production.
Like most master blenders, Flores keeps much of his manufacturing process under wraps. What is known, however, is that he pays meticulous attention to the fermentation of tobacco, making precise adjustments as needed to maintain consistency. During the rolling process, PDR employs the traditional entubado technique, in which the roller (Torcedor) shapes each filler leaf into individual tubes before bunching them together. This method promotes excellent airflow and an even draw. Combined with at least a triple cap, it ensures that every PDR cigar is constructed to the highest standards.
One standout example of this craftsmanship is the PDR Flores y Rodriguez 10th Anniversary Reserva Limitada Millefleur Corona—a cigar named in honour of Flores’ partnership with Luis Rodriguez, celebrating the 10th anniversary of the PDR factory’s opening in 2004.
So without further ado, here’s my take on this phenomenal boutique cigar.

PDR Flores y Rodriguez 10th Anniversary Reserva Limitada Millefleur Corona Review
With its impeccable construction, silky flavour profile, and outstanding price point, this cigar perfectly embodies what PDR Cigars is celebrated for.
It features an Ecuadorian Habano wrapper, an Olor Dominican binder, and a filler blend of Dominican Seco and Ligero Piloto Cubano (aged for seven years), perfectly balanced with Viso from Jalapa, Nicaragua. Rolled in a classic 5-inch by 42-ring gauge Corona vitola, it offers approximately 40 minutes of pure enjoyment.
The cigar opens in the first third with a smooth, relaxing profile that remains consistent throughout the entire experience. Flavour notes include light cedar, sweet woodiness, and silky cream, all gently layered with a warm, comforting pepperiness that gradually builds but never overpowers the other flavours.
The draw is as balanced as the flavour, delivering a strength that starts at a comfortable medium and smoothly transitions to a medium-to-full body in the second and final thirds.
Overall, this cigar is beautifully balanced, expertly constructed, and priced to impress. It’s an easy choice when you want to treat yourself to something special without breaking the bank.

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