Matilde Cigars
Matilde Cigars carries a Dominican tobacco legacy that began in 1876 and was brought back to life in 2014 by master cigar maker José Seijas and his sons. Handmade in the Dominican Republic, each Matilde expression reflects a family commitment to patience, precision, and the thoughtful selection of tobacco. The portfolio moves from the smooth elegance of Serena to the depth of Oscura, alongside small-batch Limited Exposure releases, a singular Special Edition, and Para José Seijas—a tribute to the founder's knowledge, character, and enduring influence. Rooted in tradition yet open to discovery, Matilde creates cigars with distinct personalities and a shared standard of balance and craftsmanship.
OUR CIGARS
Core Lines
Classic year-round expressions that span Matilde's portfolio from smooth elegance to bold depth.
Limited Exposure
Small-batch expressions made with rare, carefully selected tobaccos and released with intention.
Special Edition
Singular Matilde expressions reserved for exceptional moments.
Para José Seijas
A family tribute to Matilde founder José Seijas and his enduring tobacco legacy.
News & press
Recent stories
Matilde Expands the Serena Line
Cigar Snob reports that Matilde expanded the Serena line with the compact Serena Perla, measuring approximately 4 x 40. The blend uses an Ecuadorian Connecticut Shade wrapper, a Dominican binder, and Dominican and Nicaraguan fillers, with Kohlhase & Söhne handling imports.
Read article ↗Team Cigar Review: Matilde Limited Exposure No. 3 Toro
Developing Palates' three-reviewer panel found strong construction and a promising opening in the Matilde Limited Exposure No. 3 Toro, but opinions diverged as the cigar progressed. One reviewer praised its complexity and balanced strength, while the others found the later profile increasingly dry, tannic, or less enjoyable.
Read article ↗Matilde Limited Exposure No. 3 Robusto
halfwheel's Charlie Minato awarded the Limited Exposure No. 3 Robusto 91 points after reviewing three purchased cigars. He praised its consistently rich and smooth profile; minor burn corrections and an unusually firm bunch were the main reservations.
Read article ↗PCA 2026: Matilde
Reporting from PCA 2026, halfwheel says Enrique Seijas secured the rights to the Seijas name and is preparing a standalone Seijas brand. The story also introduces the Pineapple Cigar Factory, which will produce Seijas and private-label cigars while Matilde-branded production remains at its current partner factories.
Read article ↗6. Matilde Special Edition
halfwheel ranked Matilde Special Edition No. 6 in its 2025 Top 25 after an original 92-point review. Its panel highlighted the cigar's complexity and especially strong first third, while noting combustion issues in two samples that kept it from placing even higher.
Read article ↗Team Cigar Review: Matilde Para José Seijas
Developing Palates' panel was divided on the Matilde Para José Seijas. Two reviewers praised its balance, complexity, and tribute-worthy character, while the others found the profile average or saw a strong opening undermined by burn trouble and a bitter final third.
Read article ↗Matilde Cigars Circle
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