laficion Posted March 19, 2012 Share Posted March 19, 2012 I have been looking out for the release of these Selectos Finos since they were first announced as Regionals. Today I can understand the delay and taking the time needed before launching these cigars on the Italian market. I would like to congratulate all the passionate persons who worked on this project for truly getting everything so right. I would put this cigar on the same level as the Por Larranaga Magnificos UK regional 2007 , another fantastic cigar. La Escepcion Selectos Finos is not only a great tasting cigar,( I'll get to that in just a minute) but also a great looking long and skinny,(6.5 x 38) Parejos . Chuck would have really loved this one, the wrapper is a beautiful Colorado with just the right amount of oiliness. The smell on the cigar and in the box is truly sublime. Odd as it may sound, I didn't pair the Selectos Finos with anything other then water, A first for me LOL. The draw was simply perfect , the flavors were out right animal , barnyard with strong hints of leather right from the start, well, well, well , beautiful lady, now you sure have my attention . I've been so busy looking at the dress that I forgot for an instant that there was someone inside , excuse me, I'll be more careful from now on . 1st Third- the Selecto Fino started out with a strong pepper and spicy note that really took me by surprise, Woww, she is not kidding around, for a slap, it's a slap . OK !! I'll start being careful now. 2nd Third- What a reward, taking my time and not rushing it will surly get me more somewhere then nowhere at the end. The cigar is starting to open up with delicate notes of dark tea and sort of citrus touch but also adding hints of wet soft leather. I could feel that we're getting closer to appreciating each other. Final Third- the time has come to conclude, rich, bold and sweet at the same time. the pepper has gone leaving a taste of rich green tea mixed with grilled almonds and coffee blended to perfection. Time went by so fast that I wasn't aware that she had gone leaving me with not much to hold on, but with a feeling that in not too long we would be enjoying each other's company again. Comment: I being one who had smoked the brand in the 70's & 80's, La Escepcion was a very brutal and strong cigar with not much finesse, just a dark clean cuban tobacco for smokers who were only looking for a dark and strong taste. Final comment: With all the changes that has occured in the last 30 years with the tobacco plants, reproducing the blend would be a real problem but for La Escepcion,I don't think that reproducing the blend would really be a plus because tastes have changed and I don't think that the old and strong taste would appel to many of today's Habano smokers, however, the style, the unique spirit of this brand has been recreated and faithful to it's original character. It's as if you remembered a young girl who used to be a real tomboy and discover that today, 30 + years later has become a very attractive and refined woman but, on the other hand, has kept her own strong and unique characture. Today, La Escepcion is and has that uniqueness about it. I don't like scores but here it's different, I give this cigar a 96/100 only because I don't have 10 boxes. Sorry for being sooo long but I hope you enjoyed. Ciao les amis. Guy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mazolaman Posted March 19, 2012 Share Posted March 19, 2012 Cheers Guy, they look lovely. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wil Posted March 19, 2012 Share Posted March 19, 2012 Great review guy! Very nice to see a parejos on the market! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scdalak Posted March 19, 2012 Share Posted March 19, 2012 Tre bien!!! Supurb! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El Presidente Posted March 19, 2012 Share Posted March 19, 2012 Great review Guy I have a couple of boxes of these in my locker thanks to Gino. I love the feel of the cigar in the hand. Visually they are magnificent and the aroma at cold quite brutal. I am finding them a touch closed in flavour complexity but it as all there waiting to be released. I really can't wait to see these develop over 5-7 years. Kudos to the brains trust that got this package so right Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CanuckSARTech Posted March 19, 2012 Share Posted March 19, 2012 Very very cool. I'm getting even more excited then, waiting for some potentials.... Awesome. Great write-up and pictures as usual, Guy. Definitely leaves us all wanting for more! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rushman Posted March 20, 2012 Share Posted March 20, 2012 Impressed! --- I am here: http://maps.google.com/maps?ll=20.630195,-87.069821 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Puros Y Vino Posted March 20, 2012 Share Posted March 20, 2012 Great review Guy! Such an interesting release. Just lovely looking cigars. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PuffDaddie Posted March 20, 2012 Share Posted March 20, 2012 As alway's a great review. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orion21 Posted March 20, 2012 Share Posted March 20, 2012 Great review and fantastic pictures. Thank you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dicko Posted March 20, 2012 Share Posted March 20, 2012 Guy's reviews really are one of the highlights of FOH. this cigar looks incredible!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maverickdrinker Posted March 20, 2012 Share Posted March 20, 2012 great review Guy. Wish I got more than a fiver of these. They sound fantastic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sblevit Posted March 20, 2012 Share Posted March 20, 2012 Now I really can't wait for my boxes to arrive. Thanks for the review. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mk05 Posted March 20, 2012 Share Posted March 20, 2012 Great review Guy, great pics and background on its past. I'll be honest...I'm not impressed with this currently. Very similar to the Le Hoyo series...this is what I expect a panatela Le Hoyo du Prince to taste like. I mean, I could be smoking a fonseca consacos and be close. This is just one man's opinion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pilgrims Posted March 20, 2012 Share Posted March 20, 2012 Top work Guy...thank you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
almudawi Posted March 20, 2012 Share Posted March 20, 2012 Awesome review.. Glad I picked a box of these (currently resting in my cabinet).. One downside to your review is that I may have to crack my box open earlier than I initially planned. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dB69 Posted March 20, 2012 Share Posted March 20, 2012 Wonderful! Thanks for the great review! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ghabanos Posted March 20, 2012 Share Posted March 20, 2012 Oooooo... I want some boxes now Guy u makes these sound and look so delicious. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hash Posted March 20, 2012 Share Posted March 20, 2012 Cheers,I think you are in love. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rusty Posted March 20, 2012 Share Posted March 20, 2012 thanks for the review love the ashtray Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cottierm Posted March 20, 2012 Share Posted March 20, 2012 Wonderful review (as usual) Guy! Thanks for sharing. Best, Michel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChanceSchmerr Posted March 20, 2012 Share Posted March 20, 2012 Well said, Guy! I think they did it right with this RE - presentation, size and taste are all there from what I see. Everything except the release date - only weeks after I left Rome LOL! Wonderful review, brother! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nonameno Posted March 20, 2012 Share Posted March 20, 2012 Hi Guy, Wow! What an enchanting review! You certainly paint a lovely picture of this cigar. This is a cigar brand that I had never heard of, so it was very fun to learn about this too. Thank you for sharing, Curtiss Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
isa Posted March 20, 2012 Share Posted March 20, 2012 Wow, superb review Guy Wish i could get my hands on this one Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr.T Posted March 20, 2012 Share Posted March 20, 2012 Great review and pictures! That was a lot of fun to read! They are great looking cigars. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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