pedromendes Posted March 12, 2012 Posted March 12, 2012 Lest everything thinks I'm a high roller, this magnificent cigar was gifted to me by a very generous brother. That said, it was very hard to go into this review "blind" because of all the hype. Here's the good news: this cigar immediately distracts you from the hype by being so damned good. It is an absolute vision to hold. I've never seen a wrapper like it - luminescent, just glowing with oils, and a deep, dark red wrapper you could almost eat. It felt great and smelled of pungent, sweet manure. The 1966 opened with a smoothness and sweetness that exceeded any other cigar I've smoked. Also present was the classic cohiba grassiness, but with additional hints of caramel and licorice. At the end of the first third, it was bursting with richness and creamy caramel sweetness, and background flavours of grilled meat and fresh croissants. About half way through, these all built to more developed flavours of fresh baked bread and grilled chorizo, leather, cedar and classic Cuban roasted nuts, and that sweet creaminess that even included a bit of smoked provolone. The cigar was still remarkably smooth, but was building in power. More on that later. In the final third, I kept being reminded of Vietnamese cuisine, specifically sweet, chili grilled chicken. The smooth creaminess developed a strong fruity character, while the sweet toasted leather was even fuller. Total smoking time of this 94 cigar was 1:45. And the $64,000 question (almost): would I buy a box? No. I am not a big fan of Cohiba and while this cigar is by far the best Cohiba I've ever had, it is still not a profile I want to dish out such huge dollars for. I can appreciate the sophistication of Cohibas, but they never surprise me. I dare say I find them a bit boring. The 1966 is certainly not boring, and I'd love to have more around, but at the cost, there are simply many more cigars out there (many of them regular production) that I enjoy even more. P.S. This beast was a bit much for me in the early afternoon after a light lunch. Had to lie down a while.
NMJoe Posted March 12, 2012 Posted March 12, 2012 Great review. What a wonderful looking stick! I think I could eat that with a fork an knife it looks so good! Nice work!
pedromendes Posted March 12, 2012 Author Posted March 12, 2012 Thanks guys. It was literally my pleasure
maverickdrinker Posted March 12, 2012 Posted March 12, 2012 great review pedro. I've had a few of these and one knocked me on my butt. Had to eat sugar and everything. powerful at times.
Puros Y Vino Posted March 12, 2012 Posted March 12, 2012 Sweet review Pedro. I see you've exited the Swamp on this fine day. I'm hoping my next 1966 measures up to your experience.
CanuckSARTech Posted March 12, 2012 Posted March 12, 2012 Great review and pics, Pedro. Thanks very much for sharing! Cheers.
cottierm Posted March 12, 2012 Posted March 12, 2012 Great review and nice pics. Thanks for sharing the experience. Best, Michel
pedromendes Posted March 12, 2012 Author Posted March 12, 2012 Sweet review Pedro. I see you've exited the Swamp on this fine day. I'm hoping my next 1966 measures up to your experience. The Swamp is down for the season! This was my first outdoor celebration.
ckearns Posted March 12, 2012 Posted March 12, 2012 Very nice review my friend and what a glorious way to spend an afternoon. I haven't had a 1966 yet, but I'm looking forward to having one real soon.
IcedCanuck Posted March 12, 2012 Posted March 12, 2012 Good review nice pics, can't wait to finally try one.
Rushman Posted March 13, 2012 Posted March 13, 2012 Thanks for the nice review. --- I am here: http://maps.google.com/maps?ll=20.631751,-87.070441
Habanos2000 Posted March 14, 2012 Posted March 14, 2012 That cigar sure looks fantastic! I can't see myself shelling out the big bucks for one either though.
isa Posted March 14, 2012 Posted March 14, 2012 Great review. This weekend will try the one lying in my humidor for a few weeks - grilled meat and fresh croissants, hope i get that
canadianbeaver Posted March 14, 2012 Posted March 14, 2012 Great review, you were missed last night and you have lovely finger nails.
pedromendes Posted March 14, 2012 Author Posted March 14, 2012 Great review, you were missed last night and you have lovely finger nails. I actually didn't figure out last night was happening... until last night And thanks for the note, this review was actually my demo to be a hand model.
Vinnyc Posted March 15, 2012 Posted March 15, 2012 Nice profile the taste profile is not for everyone but a very fair review
mk05 Posted March 16, 2012 Posted March 16, 2012 fresh croissants. definitely agree with you there. this cigar is very close to the genios in my opinion, but a bit gentler.
isa Posted March 17, 2012 Posted March 17, 2012 Had a 1966 today afternoon - my first. Mainly woody, leathery, spicy,pepper, with a bit of caramel after the halfway mark. Got earthy( in an unpleasant way) towards the end. Was ok, but definitely not a great experience. Seems similar to Bundwallah's experience. The body was medium, never really took off - left me high & dry Hope more ppl have experience similar to Don Pedro's
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