Leopolis Semper Fidelis Posted June 14, 2010 Posted June 14, 2010 My favourite, by far, is the pre-1995 Partagás Lusitania. The post-1995 version is not in the same class, and is eclipsed by the Vegas Robaina Don Alejandro. Mind you, I've experienced some great Saint Luis Rey Double Coronas too! Recent Ramón Allones Gigantes have been disappointing compared with those of more than a decade ago. The last time I acquired a box of Gigantes, every cigar was plugged!!
thechenman Posted June 14, 2010 Posted June 14, 2010 On the DC front, I would have to go with the Party Lusi. I've not had any older than 07, so can't compare it to older production. I'm a big fan of the HdM DC as well, when I want a lighter large format smoke.
bassman Posted June 14, 2010 Posted June 14, 2010 I'd certainly agree with the pre 95 Lusis. I had a number from 92 which were probably the best regular cigars I've smoked. Post 95, I'd go with 01 & 07 SLR DCs, 02 RAGs & 08 Lusis. Haven't had much luck with VRDAs. I've had 01s & 04s and both were pretty bland.
sandholm Posted June 14, 2010 Posted June 14, 2010 For me aged HdM DC beats everything but you have to give them time minimum 5 years, if you can afford get them in the 50 cab and store them well.
typeapositive Posted June 14, 2010 Posted June 14, 2010 Great luck with Lusitanias, but have not had a chance to smoke an aged one.
anacostiakat Posted June 14, 2010 Posted June 14, 2010 Partagas Lusi's and HUP Sir Winnie's top my list. Personally I like the Punch DC as well. Also the SLR DC with some age is a favorite. Sorry to hear about your poor luck with the RAG. Last box I had was very enjoyable.
Wicky Posted June 14, 2010 Posted June 14, 2010 Gotta agree with you on the Gigantes. I have an '08 box. They smoke fine but very lackluster in general.
maalouly Posted June 15, 2010 Posted June 15, 2010 Vegas Robaina DA hands down! last box I picked up from Czar was unbelievable.
El Presidente Posted June 15, 2010 Posted June 15, 2010 Two cabinets of the decade have been recent Punch Double Corona and Partagas Lusitania. Either one of these would be next to the word "Perfection" in the dictionary.
bassman Posted June 15, 2010 Posted June 15, 2010 Partagas Lusi's and HUP Sir Winnie's top my list. Personally I like the Punch DC as well.Also the SLR DC with some age is a favorite. Sorry to hear about your poor luck with the RAG. Last box I had was very enjoyable. While the Sir Winnie is a nice cigar, it is not a DC.
dcse Posted June 15, 2010 Posted June 15, 2010 My favourite would be the Lusi, with the HdM DC as a good second. Have yet to sample the Punch DC.
MrBeefy Posted June 15, 2010 Posted June 15, 2010 Lusitanias have always been my favorite. To me nothing beats that rich, creamy, earthy flavour. Perfect
anacostiakat Posted June 15, 2010 Posted June 15, 2010 While the Sir Winnie is a nice cigar, it is not a DC. Oh yea, right!
smpf67 Posted June 16, 2010 Posted June 16, 2010 I've always prefered the Punch DC over all the competition. It has that creamy taste I love, and never let's me down. Second on the list would be the Parti Lusitania. The other just fall by the wayside.
bassman Posted June 16, 2010 Posted June 16, 2010 This thread inspired me to open an ABR 08 box of RAGs today. Very impressive cigar. Good draw & lots of flavor progression for a young cigar. Starts fairly mild, but medium to strong by the end. I rarely nub a DC, but this one was no problem.
Mel Posted June 16, 2010 Posted June 16, 2010 Two cabinets of the decade have been recent Punch Double Corona and Partagas Lusitania. Either one of these would be next to the word "Perfection" in the dictionary. I had a dream last nigjht that I came down to smoke with you and you left town when you heard I was coming. Did either of those cigars you listed above have any guts? I find the Lusi to be mild and Punch rarely does it for me. I find the RAG and the HdM to be more flavourful and the VDRA boring as another poster described. In general I believe the Churchills and up are rolled mild on purpose so most can handle the power build up on the long cigars. Is there any truth to this?
Leopolis Semper Fidelis Posted June 17, 2010 Author Posted June 17, 2010 In general I believe the Churchills and up are rolled mild on purpose so most can handle the power build up on the long cigars. Is there any truth to this? I'd be surprised if that were true. I've experienced "Churchills and up" that have been anything but mild.
khomeinist Posted June 17, 2010 Posted June 17, 2010 Generalizations are difficult for the double coronas. I have had excellent and poor boxes of all the DCs. All things being equal (i.e. a good box of each for comparison) I will take a Partagas Lusitania every time. This is merely based on my strong preference (obsession) with the Partagas flavor profile. That being said, I also like the VR DA and SLR DC. I am less fond of the RA Gigantes or the Punch DC. The Hoyo is so extreme for me. Sometimes boring. Sometimes profound. So based on 'best representative'..... (this is really just my flavor profile preference...) I will avoid the 'most consistent' quagmire. Most of us don't see hundreds of boxes (well in a day at least...lol) 1. Partagas Lusitania 2. Hoyo DC 3. VR DA 4. SLR DC 5. Punch DC 6. Ramon Allones Gigantes
SethLG Posted June 17, 2010 Posted June 17, 2010 1. Partagas Lusitania 2. Ramon Allones Gigantes 3. Hoyo DC 4. VR DA 5. SLR DC 6. Punch DC It's tough though, I always struggle between the Ramon Allones and Partagas on which I prefer.
El Presidente Posted June 17, 2010 Posted June 17, 2010 I had a dream last nigjht that I came down to smoke with you and you left town when you heard I was coming. Did either of those cigars you listed above have any guts? I find the Lusi to be mild and Punch rarely does it for me. I find the RAG and the HdM to be more flavourful and the VDRA boring as another poster described. In general I believe the Churchills and up are rolled mild on purpose so most can handle the power build up on the long cigars. Is there any truth to this? Mel, Both cabs went to members who specifically were seeking great examples of that particular cigar. The Lusitania feedback has been sensational from the cab which is being smoked regularly. My experience with the recent lusis is that they are rich. Still medium bodied but rich on the palate. The Punch DC in the cabs I have only had a handful of recent offerings. The particular cab I referred to went to a collector and hasn't been touched as far as I am aware. The Punch DC I have experienced from recent quality cabs have had a real weight of palate, viscous mouthfeel but are a few years away from revealing their best. Serious quality and potential. Right now it is the Lusi cabs which are more approachable.
JoshMP Posted June 19, 2010 Posted June 19, 2010 Punch doubles with >5 years of age on them are good, specially if you can get them in the cabinets. Sir Winstons too. Ashamed to say I haven't ever smoked a Partagas Lusitania, apparently I am missing out on something great.
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