Diplomatico No. 2 EML JUL 14: Ode to the 47 to 52 gauge review week

[Guest Nekhyludov]

Dimensions: 52 x 6 1/8"

Box Code: EML JUL 14

This is an attractive piramide with a nice cororado wrapper, with some veins and compression marks; it has a velvety texture. It feels well-constructed and lights evenly. Once lit, it's full of sweet vegetal flavors. The burn is impeccable, and the ash is flaky gray/white. The aroma is full of sea salt and light leather. The flavor evolves into a rich almond paste/fondant profile.

The aroma develops into a deep walnut, and the saltiness gets more pungent. There is a persistent floral note throughout. The final third becomes milder and slightly indistinct,  but has just a flash of precise candy sweetness. Performance remains perfect, and it smokes cool past the band. Pairs well with lapsong sachang. Perhaps the best of the vitola for this vintage. 

Score: 96

[Auspaul]

Sea salt interesting looks like one to try some time

[Sean3]

Nice review, thanks for sharing.

[TheMonk]

Good job! Not my favorite on this size, but a great stick nonetheless.