Diplomatico 2 EML ABR 14 (SMFRW#3)*

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I rarely have indulgent booze hangs with a cigar.  Not because I am against indulgent booze hangs but because I sometimes feel like after half a cigar, I am not able to taste the subtleties of the spirit.  But sometimes, a friend rolls over with fun bottles and it’s the new year….

My buddy said he was going to come by with some great bourbons and scotch. So I figured I would provide what has consistently been my favorite cigar of the last 5 years 2014 EML DIP 2.  
 

My constant notions on cigars from this period are that they have almost ZERO nose on preflight but they are rewarding after.

 

Construction from 2013-15 has been excellent especially at La Corona. 

From ignition, this is just a commercial on how to do the Piramides form with subtlety.  I love that it starts with tarry notes that get me a bit nervous. But it resolves quickly. 

The tar at light gives way to some earthy and leathery tones.   I have had some fruity notes from Dip2 in the past but for some reason this one stays pretty in the leather/ cedar notes throughout. That being said, it was a fantastic stick.   What I like about the Diplomatico blend overall is that it is very balanced.  We had 5 or 6 whiskies and, honestly, I couldn’t think of a better cigar to pair.  Happy new year to all!