atlharp Posted June 6, 2015 Posted June 6, 2015 I thought I would start a thread that would highlight the cigar that you would consider to be a real diamond in the rough in regards to cigars. Something that is typically overlooked or even ignored for some odd reason. Mine is the Juan Lopez Petite Corona. I discovered this stick almost by accident when I was looking around for a budget cigar. At the time I got it for $99 a box. I have smoked my way through numerous boxes of these and they have never failed to impress me. That delicious mix of bread and sweetness coupled with usually good construction make it a real gem. 1
Ken Gargett Posted June 6, 2015 Posted June 6, 2015 used to be connie 3's and punch super selection 2s. then they got discovered and havana immediately thought, well we can't have that and discontinued them. 4
earthson Posted June 6, 2015 Posted June 6, 2015 I go apey over RGPC. When they hit their sweet spot, I love the combo of chocolate, honey, and traces of vanilla that they bring to the table. And at a bit of a bargain for a PC, too.
coug28 Posted June 6, 2015 Posted June 6, 2015 Sure there is a good half dozen of these threads in the past six months or so... Nothing wrong with being 'current' though I suppose. Qdo Coronas, ERDM CS & SLR Serie A are my front runners for this category. 1
ap67 Posted June 6, 2015 Posted June 6, 2015 Rafael Gonzales Petit Corona Yes! I have a box from 2012 and I haven't had a single one that didn't knock my socks off. 90+ for all. Often I'll go for them instead of a RASCC or even a Bolivar Petit Corona.
Lamar Posted June 6, 2015 Posted June 6, 2015 Rafael Gonzalez Perlas. Every one I've had in the 2nd half brings a delicious cakey sweetness. Also Por Larranaga Montecarlos. Really surprised by how tasty they are, and no plugged sticks yet in half a box. 1
Hunter1974 Posted June 6, 2015 Posted June 6, 2015 Rafael Gonzalez Perlas. Every one I've had in the 2nd half brings a delicious cakey sweetness. Also Por Larranaga Montecarlos. Really surprised by how tasty they are, and no plugged sticks yet in half a box. Agree 100 % on both and I would have to add The partagas aristacrat and Boli Jc !
atlharp Posted June 6, 2015 Author Posted June 6, 2015 Agree 100 % on both and I would have to add The partagas aristacrat and Boli Jc ! I have to agree on the Boli CJ. I pulled my first box about a month ago and they have been wonderful. That Partagas Aristocrat is a great smoke. Old school Partagas flavor. 1
laficion Posted June 6, 2015 Posted June 6, 2015 I would say the HdM Epicure No. 1 for me , I really hope they never discontinue them. Guy 1
oliverdst Posted June 6, 2015 Posted June 6, 2015 Cuaba Divinos... besides price... besides the plugged ones... Maybe not a gem.
SparklePony Posted June 6, 2015 Posted June 6, 2015 I've been digging the Sancho Panza Non Plus. It's so...different and so damn good. I'll need to check out the Partagas Aristocrats.
SteveGriff Posted June 6, 2015 Posted June 6, 2015 Hoyo de Monterrey Le hoyo du Prince .... Doesn't get much of a mention but find them delicious. Cream and woody notes. Seems like other 'Petit Corona/Corona' sized sticks (although the Prince is a Almuerzos) get more of a mention but I find them a great mid morning stick. 1
maxcjs0101 Posted June 7, 2015 Posted June 7, 2015 Mine would be Partagas Super Partagas. Rich, creamy and full bodied with liitle rough edges.
soutso Posted June 7, 2015 Posted June 7, 2015 Its heartening to see that there are other fans of the RGPC. For those out there that haven't had a box, I encourage you to get a box. Recent production has been incredible. I have 5 2014 boxes and all are glorious looking. Call it PSP if you like. All five were ordered separately
atlharp Posted June 7, 2015 Author Posted June 7, 2015 Another honorable mention is the Romeo Mille Fleur. I am smoking one from '14 and it is very nice. Nice long filler PC in the $100 and under ballpark. Check it! 2
Philski Posted June 7, 2015 Posted June 7, 2015 I'll need to check out the Partagas Aristocrats. You'll be lucky, they disappeared a while ago - but I do concur. For me, PL Super Cedros - a really great MM cigar, and once I have finished the 3 or 4 left from my last '00 box, that'll be it.
mikemerry Posted June 8, 2015 Posted June 8, 2015 Partagas Habaneros a secret I've decided to share. Only so they don't become discontinued. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
Zaphod42 Posted June 9, 2015 Posted June 9, 2015 Hoyo de Monterrey Le hoyo du Prince .... Doesn't get much of a mention but find them delicious. Cream and woody notes. Seems like other 'Petit Corona/Corona' sized sticks (although the Prince is a Almuerzos) get more of a mention but I find them a great mid morning stick. I'll agree with this. The du Prince, when on, is a lovely smoke.
Quint Posted June 9, 2015 Posted June 9, 2015 LGC Medaille d Or #4 reintroduced to them the other day and forgot what an incredible smoke and flavor bomb they are. 1
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