FOH N3 Carlota 2019 (XNYRC)

[pure_lunatic]

I definitely received mine earlier than most but I seem to have lost my note with the exact date they went in the humidor. It would have been on or about 12/5, so I nearly made it for a full 30 days rest before I had to sample my first. Construction was immaculate. Beautiful Colorado wrapper with a light oil sheen. Aroma at cold was slightly barnyard. The draw was perfectly snug (Goldilocks would have bit her tongue). First light put a smile on my face and a tip of my hat to Rob and Hamlet. You gentlemen had me fooled! I may be a bit of a novice with CCs but the flavor profile rang Habanos to me.  Wish I had some experience with the Partagas SdC No. 3 to offer a comparison, but I don’t doubt that it’s close. Flavor notes I picked up included nutmeg, coffee with cream, and slight cocoa on the finish. The retrohale was silky smooth. A wonderful choice for celebrating the new year and I can’t wait to journey along with the remaining 24 sticks. 
 

92/100 

[KavalanWhisky]

Just received mine yesterday, so tempted to break one out tonight just to see how they are as they were so well packaged with 69 Boveda and the boveda pack was full.  I know its not giving them the best chance but i just can't wait to try!!