Quai D’Orsay No.52

The No. 52 opens with characteristic Quai D'Orsay lightness, though the wider ring gauge adds more body than the brand's traditional formats. Cedar and a gentle cream lead the introduction, accompanied by a light hay sweetness. The 52 ring gauge delivers a cool, generous draw, and a subtle floral note appears on the retrohale — a hallmark of the Franco-Cuban blending philosophy.

The midsection is where the Robusto Extra format shows its advantage. Coffee emerges alongside the cedar, and the cream deepens into a more buttery quality. A touch of dark chocolate adds richness, while the floral note persists as an elegant backdrop. The body holds at a comfortable mild-to-medium, and a gentle white pepper surfaces on the finish. The profile is one of measured sophistication.

The closing section brings pleasant concentration. The cedar gains an aromatic, toasted quality, and the coffee becomes more defined. A subtle earthiness emerges for the first time, adding depth to the lighter profile. The cream persists through the nub, keeping things smooth and polished. The finish is clean and sweet, with a lingering warmth that recalls honey and aged wood.

Quai D'Orsay stands as one of Habanos SA's most distinguished brands, created in 1973 specifically for the French market in collaboration with the French state tobacco monopoly. The brand takes its na