Guest rob Posted October 24, 2012 Posted October 24, 2012 15 years smoking Habanos... And I've just had my first ever Raphael Gonzales Petit Corona. Seriously guys... This is a real awakening for me... Absolutely brilliant cigar. Brilliant! Started elegantly and with style. Built up in intensity and "oomph" Finished with a bang... Totally satisfying in every way. Obviously I'll reserve final judgement when I've had at least a dozen... But on this single alone I can see a bulk multiple box purchase coming up soon. Sven, post a special on these and I'll be all over them!
nikesupremedunk Posted October 24, 2012 Posted October 24, 2012 You just missed the sale! Never had RG either but want to try someday
Dbone Posted October 24, 2012 Posted October 24, 2012 I had a similar experience, Rob. Recently bought in on a 2 box special of RG Coronas. Already had 3 and I've been overly impressed, surpassing my expectations. Actually, since they're discontinued I'm budgeting to stock up on a few more. I'd dive right into a box of the PC. Thanks for giving me another reason, Rob Now that I've had my time with RG, last on my list is to get my hands on some Quai d'Orsay. A common theme between these two are how aging impacts the flavor they produce... for the better.
canadianbeaver Posted October 24, 2012 Posted October 24, 2012 Total agreement here... and the lonsdale too. Honestly cannot get enough of these, for value and smoke.
cottierm Posted October 24, 2012 Posted October 24, 2012 RG has been one of my favourite brands for more than twenty years now, happy to see that you have discovered them to your taste. That said, and as you know it perfectly, personal tastes change over the years and you may not have liked them 15 years ago! Best, Michel
Strada Posted October 24, 2012 Posted October 24, 2012 Total agreement here... and the lonsdale too. Honestly cannot get enough of these, for value and smoke. The Lonsdales are fantastic but also discontinued... LCDH in Montreal 3-4 boxes of them from 03-04 but at LCDH prices
UpInSmoak Posted October 24, 2012 Posted October 24, 2012 Excited to hear about your epiphany! I purchased a box of PCs from Svens sales a month or so ago. Haven't touch one yet, and like you I am a RG virgin. Excited to try one more than ever now. Cheers!
cottierm Posted October 24, 2012 Posted October 24, 2012 Same situation here, Simon, a few boxes of RG Lonsdales from 2000 at Canadian prices! Best, Michel
perfectform Posted October 24, 2012 Posted October 24, 2012 Very nice Rob. I'm a big fan. Nice little change of pace smoke at a great price.
UpInSmoak Posted October 24, 2012 Posted October 24, 2012 15 years smoking Habanos... And I've just had my first ever Raphael Gonzales Petit Corona. Seriously guys... This is a real awakening for me... Absolutely brilliant cigar. Brilliant! Started elegantly and with style. Built up in intensity and "oomph" Finished with a bang... Totally satisfying in every way. Obviously I'll reserve final judgement when I've had at least a dozen... But on this single alone I can see a bulk multiple box purchase coming up soon. Sven, post a special on these and I'll be all over them! Rob - what was the date on these? Mine are only a few months old. I was surprised to see the recommendation on the top of the box. Something along the line of " if not smoked within the first month of box date, wait until at least a year for maximum enjoyment". Not verbatim...but close enough. I was going to go by their recommendation, but if you account that they are good to go......by all means.
smokum Posted October 25, 2012 Posted October 25, 2012 Perfect day in Chicago today. Sat out with the dog and smoked a RG Coronas Extra from a box I bought in 06. I was not in love with this cigar when young . In fact I gifted a few away during the past 6 years. Decided to try one on today and WOW ! This was a great cigar. Cocoa , cream and raisins for me. Loved it. The years of age have really awakened this one. This is the only RG I have. May be time to look into adding more RG to the humi.
Lotusguy Posted October 25, 2012 Posted October 25, 2012 Can't beat RG - if you like the PC, try to get a hold of some Panetelas (NOT the short filler Panetelas Extra). They are fantastic!!
Guest rob Posted October 26, 2012 Posted October 26, 2012 The box I have is July 11. They are a light Colorado colour, with a little claro about them. No oils or sheen on the wrappers. A slight box press, that reminds me of a Monte 4 or Boli PC. The flavour profile from the 2 I've now had is an evolving combination of shortbread biscuit, and other 'not so sweet' deserts. They have an amazingly long finish that is very pleasant and satisfying.
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