Popular Post Ferrero Posted September 25, 2015 Popular Post Posted September 25, 2015 Hi Everyone, Ken's back from his trip and Rob joined him on the deck for something special from our great friend, Bill Delisi. Take a look and let us know what you think. Enjoy! Greg 7
Ken Gargett Posted September 25, 2015 Posted September 25, 2015 bill, thanks so much for your generosity. and i note that he failed to post "barry". i'll rectify that over the weekend.
Dimmers Posted September 25, 2015 Posted September 25, 2015 Nice one gents. And props to Ken for wearing shoes 1
PapaDisco Posted September 25, 2015 Posted September 25, 2015 Ha! Wonderful entertainment as always boys! I've never been able to let a new box of BCG live out the year, let alone age it for 20. Meanwhile, I've never enjoyed a BRC of any age! Go figure! New BCG, at least those picked by Rob, seem to be eminently smokeable young; only showing their youth in the final third as Ken describes. I'll have to order two or three boxes next time and see if I can get one past the 5 year mark at least. Barracuda on an 8wt??? Amazing!
ironpeddler Posted September 25, 2015 Posted September 25, 2015 I agree with Ken in the sense that a good aged CC is, for a lack of better term, one dimensional. But that one dimension is a well rounded smoothness that is almost indescribable. That pure tobacco flavor that leans towards no single adjective. They tend to be medium bodied and remain that way from tip to tip. Again, as Ken mentioned, they're not inclined to heat up towards the end of it's life. Quite frankly, it's all the things I miss in CC in the last 18-20 years. To me, they are pure joy...because that's how I was broken-in to cigar smoking. There was a time when you would experience this quite often from the late 60s to the mid to late 80s with a few choice boxes you would receive. It was hit or miss mind you...but you were seldom disappointed as was common years later. When you smoke as many cigars as I have over the years, that unmistakable flavor of a well aged CC snaps your palette back in a rush the moment you take those first few puffs. Like your fist love, you never forget it. Great job on the porch fellas...and great gesture on your part Bill. You are truly 'The Man'. 1
CigSid Posted September 25, 2015 Posted September 25, 2015 I agree with Ken in the sense that a good aged CC is, for a lack of better term, one dimensional. But that one dimension is a well rounded smoothness that is almost indescribable. That pure tobacco flavor that leans towards no single adjective. They tend to be medium bodied and remain that way from tip to tip. Again, as Ken mentioned, they're not inclined to heat up towards the end of it's life. Quite frankly, it's all the things I miss in CC in the last 18-20 years. To me, they are pure joy...because that's how I was broken-in to cigar smoking. There was a time when you would experience this quite often from the late 60s to the mid to late 80s with a few choice boxes you would receive. It was hit or miss mind you...but you were seldom disappointed as was common years later. When you smoke as many cigars as I have over the years, that unmistakable flavor of a well aged CC snaps your palette back in a rush the moment you take those first few puffs. Like your fist love, you never forget it. Great job on the porch fellas...and great gesture on your part Bill. You are truly 'The Man'. Gary, great comments, it's obvious that you know what you are talking about... and thank you for the complement my friend!
Ken Gargett Posted September 25, 2015 Posted September 25, 2015 Gary, great comments, it's obvious that you know what you are talking about... and thank you for the complement my friend! one of the problems of forums (i speak from the experience of this one only as i don't bother with any others) is that everyone goes under concocted names - except of course, me, as i had no idea when i signed up that one did that. and a bit late to change. so i am assuming, from the comments, we have located bill. incredibly generous thing to do. very much appreciated. hopefully we'll see you out this way (balcony or verandah - never porch) soon and we can share some cigars and drinks this end.
JohnS Posted September 26, 2015 Posted September 26, 2015 On behalf of our forum, I'd also like to thank you Bill for this gracious gesture. I appreciate the opportunity for Ken and Rob to review an aged cigar and discuss its qualities. I am curious to know, Ken and Rob, I wonder if you found that the distinctive Bolivar 'earthiness' had mellowed and whether you picked up a tangy flavour throughout instead? To get notes of chocolate and honeycomb into the last third is sensational, and for it to still be cool and not heat up or become bitter/tarry at the end, is exactly what you'd like from an aged cigar.
skalls Posted September 26, 2015 Posted September 26, 2015 How can you age a box for that long? I seriously lack the dedication, focus, and ability to let something rest that long. Very cool review though.
LeafLover Posted September 26, 2015 Posted September 26, 2015 No disrespect. But I miss the old czar deck. 3
Scrubber Posted September 26, 2015 Posted September 26, 2015 As always, another great review. Nice work guys. Being so new to the hobby I've never had the pleasure of smoking an aged cigar. Looking forward to the day though and hopefully by the time I do my palate will be able to truly appreciate it. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
CigSid Posted September 26, 2015 Posted September 26, 2015 one of the problems of forums (i speak from the experience of this one only as i don't bother with any others) is that everyone goes under concocted names - except of course, me, as i had no idea when i signed up that one did that. and a bit late to change. so i am assuming, from the comments, we have located bill. incredibly generous thing to do. very much appreciated. hopefully we'll see you out this way (balcony or verandah - never porch) soon and we can share some cigars and drinks this end. Ken, thank you for the kind words, and the invitation! I will be happy to take my shoes off to visit you... Still waiting on the picture of Barry. Bill
Ken Gargett Posted September 26, 2015 Posted September 26, 2015 Ken, thank you for the kind words, and the invitation! I will be happy to take my shoes off to visit you... Still waiting on the picture of Barry. Bill i'll get to it. promise.
DoubleDD Posted September 26, 2015 Posted September 26, 2015 I am a huge fan of the current BCG. I have not had the fortitude to age any BCG because I can't keep my hands off. Nice review and great generosity. Well done.
iahawk36 Posted September 26, 2015 Posted September 26, 2015 Great jobs as always...and LOVED the holes in Ken's slippers!
El Presidente Posted September 27, 2015 Posted September 27, 2015 I am curious to know, Ken and Rob, I wonder if you found that the distinctive Bolivar 'earthiness' had mellowed and whether you picked up a tangy flavour throughout instead? To get notes of chocolate and honeycomb into the last third is sensational, and for it to still be cool and not heat up or become bitter/tarry at the end, is exactly what you'd like from an aged cigar. The ending of the cigar only showed that it had a few years (or more) left in it. There was the Boli earthiness....but just outshone by the subtle notes of cream, cocoa. Gorgeous. 1
Elvis Posted September 27, 2015 Posted September 27, 2015 Very nice review! Thanks very much to both Ken, Rob and Bill! I'm looking forward to seeing a picture of Barry...
Ken Gargett Posted September 29, 2015 Posted September 29, 2015 Very nice review! Thanks very much to both Ken, Rob and Bill! I'm looking forward to seeing a picture of Barry... barry is up somewhere in the system.
JamesNYC Posted October 23, 2015 Posted October 23, 2015 Great review and valuable information for me. I have a few old cigars, and have smoked a few old ones, and for the most part really enjoy them. I have been purchasing cigars to let them rest, and I don't smoke too much, so will be successful at aging for that reason alone. When smoking a large cigar, I enjoy how it changes as it is smoked, with new or enhanced flavors from start to finish. Is this diminished in an aged cigar? Are there fewer changes, or just more subtle? Appreciate your thoughts.
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