Popular Post Islandboy Posted November 4, 2019 Popular Post Share Posted November 4, 2019 Had the first one out of the box last night - it was seriously good. I went on a quest recently to have some Salomones in my humidor. This came after thoroughly enjoying the Cuaba Salomones I received in a prize sampler a while back. It seems Rob has a knack for expanding one's horizons when it comes to prize sticks. This is a beautiful cigar, with a flawless dark brown wrapper. Cold aroma is very rich fine tobacco. Once underway, the smoke that surrounds me is as aromatic as it gets, with a very unique mix of fine spices and interesting smells. This cigar is complex and intriguing, and while I struggle to identify everything I’m tasting, it’s immediately apparent the blend excels in its balance. There’s no pepper at all - let’s start with that. There’s a rich cocoa and leather spine that will carry through to the end. There’s also the earthiness of a Bolivar, the baking spices and caramel of H Uppman, and there’s a Partagas-spiced twang to it. I’m also getting some wonderful stone fruit, as well as a touch of vanilla. There’s so much going on, the fine balance of it all amazes me. There weren’t any wildly complex transitions, with the first third being the richest flavor-wise, smoothing out in the second, and becoming a bit nutty in the third. Construction and burn were spot on, and the ash hung tight for an inch at a time. I happily nubbed it. Total time was 2 hrs of pure enjoyment, this was incredibly tasty. I give it a solid 93. If you like the fuller tasting Cubans that Bolivar and Partagas bring you, but also want some sweetness and finesse - give any of the Daughters of the Wind a try, you may be surprised. The trifecta, for comparison: 10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Nekhyludov Posted November 4, 2019 Share Posted November 4, 2019 I've loved every DOTW I've smoked. Your description is right on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoeyBones777 Posted November 4, 2019 Share Posted November 4, 2019 Never heard of it but sounds good! I'll have to give it a try. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Islandboy Posted November 4, 2019 Author Share Posted November 4, 2019 22 minutes ago, JoeyBones777 said: Never heard of it but sounds good! I'll have to give it a try. It’s a relatively new brand, less than 5 years old I’d guess, but up until a year ago were called “Bespoke”. Some legal issue caused them to change to the owner’s last name - Casdagli. The Daughter’s of the Wind line - which is a reference to Bedouin racing horses of some nature - has garnered a fair bit of critical acclaim. Try some! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
duabley Posted November 4, 2019 Share Posted November 4, 2019 Ive tried a couple of these (a lighter wrapper tho) and they are fantastic, but almost harder to find than siglo 6 and damn near as exspensive. Great review! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wookie Posted November 4, 2019 Share Posted November 4, 2019 I have most of the Bespoke/Casdagli blends and they are all top-notch and extremely consistent. He works with at least a couple different blenders/factories and it amazes me what he creates. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cigcars Posted November 5, 2019 Share Posted November 5, 2019 *Having read you all's reviews of this Casdagli Daughters of the Wind smokes I hunted some up on the web and have 2 sizes on the way to me now - one pyramide and one petite salomane (probably spelled wrong). I'm hoping to enjoy as much as you all have said you did, even though I DON'T LIKE Costa Rican tobacco, the other tobacco make up in this sounds fantabulous! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Islandboy Posted November 5, 2019 Author Share Posted November 5, 2019 5 minutes ago, cigcars said: *Having read you all's reviews of this Casdagli Daughters of the Wind smokes I hunted some up on the web and have 2 sizes on the way to me now - one pyramide and one petite salomane (probably spelled wrong). I'm hoping to enjoy as much as you all have said you did, even though I DON'T LIKE Costa Rican tobacco, the other tobacco make up in this sounds fantabulous! Well now you’re making me nervous.? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slowsmoke Posted November 6, 2019 Share Posted November 6, 2019 Excellent review, thank you. These have been on my radar for a while, and now you just pushed them to the front of the line. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cigcars Posted November 9, 2019 Share Posted November 9, 2019 *Well, my Daughters of the Wind Casdaglis arrived this week and I just smoked the Salomane tonight (Friday Nov. 9th). M-A-A-A-N, WHAT A SMOKE! It was everything just like you all said! Flavorful, aromatic - and POWERFUL!! HARD to find smokes that light my fuse, lay me out and make the room spin! WHEW, did I enjoy it! Thank you all for bringing this to my attention! Again - THANK YOU!! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thirds Posted November 9, 2019 Share Posted November 9, 2019 Thanks for the insightful and enticing review. I just ordered a 4-pack of the Rabicano. Looking forward to them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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