rcarlson Posted January 25, 2012 Posted January 25, 2012 Okay. I have been smoking for over 10 years, CCs for about 2. Believe it or not, I have never had a Monte No.2. I have steered clear because I universally heard that they aren't what they used to be and was told countless tales of disappointment. So, what say you. How do you rate the the 2010-2011 Monte No. 2s? The price sure seems right for them.
LLC Posted January 25, 2012 Posted January 25, 2012 I've always got some in my rotation and have been enjoying them for years.
thechenman Posted January 25, 2012 Posted January 25, 2012 I read lots of complaints about them as well, but I too have them on hand. I've smoked poor ones and excellent ones though, so quality can vary like with the #4, although not quite so dramatic. Take a chance and pick up a 10 ct. box. They are definitely worth sampling.
CanuckSARTech Posted January 26, 2012 Posted January 26, 2012 The stuff from mid-/end-2009 onwards has been nice stuff mostly. If you get a 10-pack of Monte 2's, you can't go wrong, as it's a small commitment to get. But, for brands like Montecristo especially, and such high produced vitolas like the Monte 2 or Monte 4, your absolute best bet is to get an HQ or PSP rated box from Czar's. If it's HQ or higher, you're sure to have a better than average box, which unfortunately makes up a huge part of the Montecristo stock on the market. Rob is picky, and it may take a fair bit of time to get HQ+ stuff in with Monte. But, it'll be a bonus for you if you take one of Rob's picks for that.
TWalker Posted January 26, 2012 Posted January 26, 2012 I agree, get a 10 box, or even a three pack. I've always got some in my cooler too, they're great when they're on. I've had some that were meh, but never had a terrible one (yet).
fishinguitarman Posted January 26, 2012 Posted January 26, 2012 Only had a couple...1 good, 1 bad....so, inconsistant seems to be the theme here? Not worth it in my early CC smokin career IMHO
Lastroll Posted January 26, 2012 Posted January 26, 2012 I've been smoking them for many years and they have always been consistent. The taste has actually been really good for 2010. I bought a 2011 box a few months ago and I spotted some green spots the size of a dime on one and I found a few white spots (not plume or mold) on a couple others. Seems to me that QC has gone down a bit but it could just be my luck.
rcarlson Posted January 26, 2012 Author Posted January 26, 2012 I agree with this. Why is this in the video review section? lol Oh, my porn shoot is still in editing to fit the screen. I'll be uploading. Screen name? Inmenso!
darinjanssen Posted January 26, 2012 Posted January 26, 2012 I really enjoy a good Monte 2. Always in the humidor...haven't had any bad experiences with them so far.
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