First rolled before 1960, the Le Hoyo du Maire is a distinctive Hoyo de Monterrey offering that has remained in continuous production ever since. Known internally at the factory by the name "Entreactos," this slender vitola represents the elegant, refined side of Cuban cigar craftsmanship.
Specifications
| Name | Le Hoyo du Maire |
| Factory Name | Entreactos |
| Length | 100 mm (3⅞″) |
| Ring Gauge | 30 |
| Official Weight | 3.27 g |
| Construction | Handmade |
| Status | Current Regular Production |
| Release Date | Pre-1960 |
Packaging and Bands
The Le Hoyo du Maire has seen several packaging configurations throughout its long history. The cigar was originally sold in slide-lid boxes containing 25 cigars, and this format remains available today. Additional presentations included cardboard packs of five cigars and slide-lid boxes of 50 cigars, though both of these options were discontinued around 2006.
Band configurations have evolved over time. Slide-lid boxes carried no bands prior to approximately 2005, after which the standard band E was applied. The five-pack cardboard presentations featured standard band C.
Flavor Profile
This slender cigar delivers a surprisingly nuanced smoking experience, with vanilla and cocoa notes emerging as the most frequently cited characteristics among reviewers. Wood and spice elements provide a structural backbone to the flavor profile, while cedar contributes aromatic depth.
The Le Hoyo du Maire exhibits moderate intensity across all measured characteristics, earning mid-range scores for elegance, balance, strength, complexity, and aftertaste. With an overall rating of 3.59 out of 5 based on 49 reviews, the cigar appeals to smokers seeking a refined, approachable smoke rather than overwhelming power.
Tasting Notes
The following flavors have been identified by reviewers, listed in order of frequency:
- Vanilla (24 mentions)
- Cocoa (21 mentions)
- Wood (19 mentions)
- Spice (18 mentions)
- Cedar (10 mentions)
- Cinnamon (7 mentions)
- Tobacco (7 mentions)
- Clove (5 mentions)
- Baking Spice (4 mentions)
- Coffee (3 mentions)
- Milk Chocolate (3 mentions)
- Cream (2 mentions)
- Berries, Dark Chocolate, Earth, Floral, Grilled, Hay, Leather, Pepper, Perfume, Toast (1 mention each)
Related Releases
A special edition of this vitola was produced for the Siglo XXI Millennium Humidor, representing a commemorative interpretation of the classic Le Hoyo du Maire format.