rcarlson Posted May 15, 2012 Share Posted May 15, 2012 Just finished a San Cristobel La Punta (torpedoes. Since it was a gift, I don't know the year box code. But looking around it seems a most affordable smoke (approx. USD $200 -- 25 box). It was delicious and well constructed. Although somewhat tight (but not too much so), it burned faster than I usually like (40-5o mins. relaxed effort). Wrapper was smooth, no veins, oily and attractive. Rich tobacco with some leather and very light earth. Medium strength throughout. Picked up some steam after the half-way point with that unmistakable Cuban twang. I didn't get any of the "cream" or "vanilla" frequently used to describe the stick in many of the reviews. It was my first one though. Not a bad little after-dinner smoke. I was surprised since I hadn't heard much chatter on this oft-overlooked brand. Peace Out! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bernid Posted May 15, 2012 Share Posted May 15, 2012 I Like That Stick!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cottierm Posted May 15, 2012 Share Posted May 15, 2012 I need to try this one. Like very much the recently discontinued Mercaderes. Best, Michel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rickengman Posted May 15, 2012 Share Posted May 15, 2012 I like the La Punta, not as much as the El Principe or the Oficos but the're always a solid Smoke. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mazolaman Posted May 15, 2012 Share Posted May 15, 2012 La Puntas are great! They have a warm, rich, spiciness not found much elsewhere. Not really a cheap and cheerful though.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rcarlson Posted May 15, 2012 Author Share Posted May 15, 2012 La Puntas are great! They have a warm, rich, spiciness not found much elsewhere. Not really a cheap and cheerful though.... Given the big price increases recently, what the hell "cheap and cheerful" anymore? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wil Posted May 21, 2012 Share Posted May 21, 2012 Not really a cheap and cheerful though.... Not at all! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoshneer Posted September 26, 2012 Share Posted September 26, 2012 I have heard good things. I definitely want to try these. Sent from my SGH-I747 using Tapatalk 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kuzi16 Posted October 17, 2012 Share Posted October 17, 2012 i had one the other day with about 7 years on it and it was nothing sort of amazing. it renewed my love of this smoke and i may just have to get more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CanuckSARTech Posted October 17, 2012 Share Posted October 17, 2012 C&C? Nope. But SCDLH is a generally flavourful and nice lineup. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LGC Posted October 17, 2012 Share Posted October 17, 2012 Have some great 2001 and 2003 specimens. Call me a cheap a$$, but I don't consider these a budget smoke. Then again, I don't buy $30 cigars in 10 ct boxes for my regular smokes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rays98GoVols Posted November 5, 2012 Share Posted November 5, 2012 I've smoked the Mercaderes, but not the La Punta. Always wanted to try one. Thanks for the review... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
garbandz Posted September 5, 2013 Share Posted September 5, 2013 Have some '09 and some '03,both are extraordinary.The size is perfect,starts bold and slowly diminishes towards the end.Velvet smoke and perfect balance,deep flavors but smooth,smooth,smooth. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrsgucia Posted November 20, 2013 Share Posted November 20, 2013 Smoked these few years ago and they were very enjoyable. Since then I moved on to cigars that offer more flavour. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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