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Core Line
AVO Classic
The original 1988 blend. Smooth, creamy Dominican profile. The natural first AVO for any humidor.
Wholesale AVO cigars - distributed by MDC.
AVO was founded by jazz composer Avo Uvezian and is produced today within the Davidoff portfolio in the Dominican Republic. MDC distributes the AVO core catalog to hospitality and retail partners who want a polished, approachable premium on the shelf.
Years in AVO Rotation
14+
14 years·Trusted by Four Seasons, The Broadmoor, Caesars Entertainment
MDC + AVO
Why MDC stocks AVO
AVO earns its slot in the MDC rotation the simple way: it sells. The brand sits in the smooth, refined end of the premium category - Dominican blends with real polish and the Davidoff production standard behind them. Guests who don't want a heavy cigar reach for AVO, and guests who know cigars respect it.
MDC carries 24 active AVO SKUs across its core lines. That depth lets us build an AVO slot for almost any venue - a single elegant option in a hotel bar humidor, or a fuller spread for a lounge that serves a milder-leaning crowd.
“AVO is in our standing rotation because the accounts we serve - from casinos to cigar bars - sell through it consistently. That's the only reason a brand stays on our line card.”
Core Line-up
AVO blends MDC distributes
Not every SKU in the AVO catalog is in our standing rotation - we curate to what actually moves at retail. These are the core lines we keep in depth.
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Core Line
AVO XO
A step up in refinement from the Classic. Elegant, balanced, and built for the after-dinner slot.
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Core Line
AVO Syncro
The more modern, fuller-flavored side of the catalog. Blends Dominican tobacco with other origins for extra depth.
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Core Line
AVO Heritage
A richer, medium-bodied take that bridges the gap between the mellow Classic and the bolder Syncro.
Venue Fit
Which venues stock AVO
AVO is a natural fit anywhere the crowd leans mild-to-medium and expects polish: hotel bars, resort terraces, private clubs, and upscale steakhouses. It also earns its keep in golf shops and fine liquor stores, where the name recognition and the Davidoff association help a $20-plus retail cigar sell itself. It is less of a fit for value-driven counters - this is a true premium-tier brand and it should be merchandised as one.
The retail margin math for AVO
MDC's active AVO SKUs run roughly $159-$269 per box wholesale, and venues typically retail at 1.8x-2.5x wholesale. That puts AVO squarely in the premium retail tier, where the brand's polish and pedigree support the price point without a hard sell.
How to build a AVO program with MDC
The MDC approach to any brand is the same: start with a curated core rotation sized to your venue, prove sell-through, then layer in deeper SKU coverage as the account matures. For a typical hospitality account, a AVO program begins with 2–3 vitolas across 40–60 cigars of opening depth, paired with the other brands that complement your overall humidor structure.
Because AVO is one of the core workhorse brands in the category, it's almost always part of the MDC opening-proposal for any new account - the exact SKUs and depth vary by whether you're running a bar-led hospitality program, a dedicated cigar lounge, or a pro-shop display. Your rep builds the proposal fast once you apply, with real numbers keyed to your venue.
Related wholesale brands + programs
Other brands frequently paired with AVO in MDC programs: Zino , Griffins , Ashton , Diamond Crown . For the complete list of brands MDC distributes, see the wholesale cigar brands index. For the programs each brand fits - hospitality, retail, cigar bar - see Cigars for Hospitality and Cigars for Retail.
Wholesale FAQ
Buying AVO wholesale - common questions.
Who is the wholesale distributor for AVO cigars?
MDC Wholesale Cigars distributes AVO to licensed venues and retailers nationwide - casinos, hotels, steakhouses, golf shops, liquor stores, and cigar bars. AVO has been in MDC's standing rotation for 14+ years.
How do I buy AVO cigars wholesale?
Apply for an MDC wholesale account - it starts with a short qualification form. Once you're approved, your rep builds a curated first order with AVO SKUs matched to your venue. Most new accounts get their first shipment within a week of approval.
How much do AVO cigars cost wholesale?
Most premium boxes run roughly $80-$300 wholesale depending on the line and vitola, and venues typically retail at 1.8x-2.5x wholesale. Your exact AVO pricing depends on your account and order size - your rep quotes real numbers before you commit to anything.
Can I return AVO cigars that don't sell?
Yes. Every MDC order is backed by our no-risk exchange: if a AVO SKU doesn't move for your crowd, we swap it for one that will. Cigar orders over $1,000 ship free.
Ready to Stock AVO?
Open an MDC account. We'll tell you where AVO fits in your rotation.
Apply to open an MDC account. We'll look at your venue profile, your existing rotation (if any), and tell you exactly what a AVO program should look like on your floor - opening SKUs, depth, price points, and how it pairs with the rest of your humidor.
Cost of Waiting
Every month without AVO on your shelf is margin your competitors are collecting. Your rep can have it in your first shipment within a week of approval.
We only take 4 new accounts a month
4 spots open for July
P.S. AVO has been in MDC's standing rotation for 14+ years. If MDC can help your business, we can get you into a first shipment within a week of qualifying.