The Story
Oliva’s top-tier line, and one of the most acclaimed Nicaraguan cigars of the modern era.
The Serie V Melanio was created as a refined, Ecuadorian Sumatra-wrapped evolution of Oliva’s flagship Serie V, named after founder Melanio Oliva.
Melanio honors Melanio Oliva, who began the family’s tobacco-growing tradition in the 19th century.
Nicaraguan fillers and binder under an Ecuadorian Sumatra wrapper, delivering a smooth but rich, spiced-and-sweet profile.
What You'll Experience
spicy · sweet · earthy · nutty
The Craft
- Made in
- Nicaragua
- Wrapper
- sumatra
- Binder
- Unknown
- Filler
- Long Filler
- Vitola
- Petit Corona
- Size
- 4.5" × 46 ring
The Occasion
After dinner · A relaxed evening
Who It's For
A polished medium-full Nicaraguan — excellent value for smokers who want complexity.
Experience level — intermediate
Sources & editorial notes
- Oliva Cigar Co. — brand information
- Last verified September 2026