AlexOk Posted May 30, 2015 Share Posted May 30, 2015 RG: 52 Length: 156 mm Optics: The cigar is wrapped in a nearly flawless wrapper. Only a small fermentation spot spoils the appearance. The maduro-colored wrapper has a beautiful and even veins. The greasy impression downright increases the appetite. Coldsmell: The first impression of cold smell is relatively mild. Sweet with significant aromas of milk chocolate. In the background are detectable aromas of dried garden herbs. 1st third: As a first impression while smoking the description "old cupboard" I get in mind. This is not meant negatively. It refers to an impression old, seasoned wood. A kind of varnish, as it is known by wine. An aromatic component is made of sandalwood and some menthol. Overall, the first impression is nice and round. 2nd third: The mid section the woodiness increases. Also intensify the flavors of garden herbs. Furthermore, the cigar offers a wonderful complexity. 3rd third: Towards the end, the cigar becomes, as expected, increasingly stronger. The woody aromas decrease in favor of leather. The varnish has completely disappeared. In its place, a pleasant spiciness has entered. The photos and the tasting was taken from my cigar-blog. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El Presidente Posted May 30, 2015 Share Posted May 30, 2015 Excellent review of a fantastic cigar. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ElJefe Posted May 30, 2015 Share Posted May 30, 2015 So do you believe them worthy of the price of entry for a box? Perhaps a tad bit rhetorical my question, but it's a fair amount of coin to drop on a box. I personally would want a great cigar (blend) to begin with, to now with age be showing a full expression of all its flavor subtleties and nuances. Have held off on pulling the trigger on these a few times so just looking your gentlemen's input. Mahalo Prez and DonAlexandro in advance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hunter1974 Posted May 31, 2015 Share Posted May 31, 2015 Thats a beautiful cigar ! great review! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Munts Posted May 31, 2015 Share Posted May 31, 2015 Great review of one of my favourites. Love the SLR Pacificos.. absolute lashings of peaches and cream!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boosted Posted May 31, 2015 Share Posted May 31, 2015 Thanks for the great review! Now I can't wait to try this cigar again in the next couple of weeks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlexOk Posted May 31, 2015 Author Share Posted May 31, 2015 Sure, the Cubans call the last time pretty hefty prices. Although I paid a very good price, I have only two of these cigars. What a pity. The question for a great blend can be surely demand among many cigars. In this case, I would say a very good, but normal blend with an extraordinary shape. If you can get a couple and are happy with the price: grab a few! Certainly not a mistake. Very few Cuban cigars I smoke fresh. I personally stocked cigar for a few years before I smoke. One of the cigars that I like fresh, is the new Montecristo - Petit No. 2. And I'm excited to see how it has developed in a few years. Cheers! So do you believe them worthy of the price of entry for a box? Perhaps a tad bit rhetorical my question, but it's a fair amount of coin to drop on a box. I personally would want a great cigar (blend) to begin with, to now with age be showing a full expression of all its flavor subtleties and nuances.Have held off on pulling the trigger on these a few times so just looking your gentlemen's input.Mahalo Prez and DonAlexandro in advance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cardinalfan85 Posted May 31, 2015 Share Posted May 31, 2015 That cigar looks beautiful. Thanks for reviewing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FalseCast Posted June 1, 2015 Share Posted June 1, 2015 Great review, but most notably, what a beautiful cigar. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dimmers Posted June 1, 2015 Share Posted June 1, 2015 Great review Alex. A great cigar! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cigaraholic Posted June 2, 2015 Share Posted June 2, 2015 I've tried 3 from the 2 boxes I have, all have been very creamy but flavorless. I'm burning lots of tana leaves for these........ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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