Montecristo Open - Junior

[treberty]

I've always like this little belvedere, ever since it was launched. I was wondering why the Open line was not reviewed much by the members of FOH... So I thought maybe I'd review the Junior: it's one of my go-to cigars when I don't have much time on my hands!

1/3: quickly you taste the brioche and black pepper, some wood as well. Beautiful colorado wrapper. Construction is flawless. Really good draw.

2/3: same notes of spices and wood, but a bit more mellow. Still burning like a champ!

3/3: shows some strength, but never too much. More black pepper and wood toward the end.

Out of maybe 4 boxes I only encountered one that was not perfectly packed and rolled, but it was still enjoyable. Never disappointed by this cigar: a great 25-35 minute smoke!

I'd give it a 90 without any hesitation.

[archosaur]

Good review! Sounds like a fine small smoke.

  On 8/2/2015 at 5:42 PM, treberty said:

I was wondering why the Open line was not reviewed much by the members of FOH...

I got a kick out of your question, recalling how Rob and the boys really unloaded on the Open series, years ago. To answer your question (and worth checking out for the comedy/nostalgia/strange hairstyles alone):

Eagle: http://www.friendsofhabanos.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=97925&hl=open

Master: http://www.friendsofhabanos.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=97926&hl=open

Junior: http://www.friendsofhabanos.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=97927&hl=open

[archosaur]

And incidentally, I've never had an Open, but if I ever come across a single I'd be inclined to pick one up just to see for myself.

Hard to believe a little belvedere like this could be 'diabolical' (Ken's description of the Junior, et al)

[treberty]

Wow.

That was harsh! Still like it... I don't need to follow the herd. Worth a try for those who never had one.

And Those hairstyles were awesome! :-)

[Lotusguy]

My wife quite enjoys them. I don't mind them either. Not a miracle of complexity but pleasant.