Undercrown Maduro Corona Viva (NCCRW)

[targa88]

So far this has been the best of the NC that I have tried recently. 

Consistent construction (as expected) and good flavour profile.

Corona Viva (46x5 5/8) = almost a Corona Gorda...

I have tried a few other vitolas in this marca and the Corona Viva has the most consistent.

I would consider the profile to be medium full. Consistent draw ( a little bit of resistance). Light grey flakey ash. 

Nutty, creamy blasts of cocoa and a little bit of spice to begin (white pepper ).Subtle notes of cream, leather, and cocoa - if that can be considered a progression.

The final third seems to lose distinction. Approximately a two hour smoke.

In terms of economics: $5 stick that punches above its weight class

 

[clickbangdoh]

This and Feral Flying Pig are the best vitolas in the undercrown line I've smoked, the others are a bit meh. But I do like those two, smoked through two boxes of the Feral very quickly enjoyed them so much. Need to dig in the cooler and pull out some more corona vivas soon.

[01Vert]

   Great cigar at its price point. Smoke the Undercrowns quite a bit.  

[bms82]

Going through a box of the No.9  corona vivas- favorite size

[Michael303]

I may have to give these another try.  Maybe in a different size.  I've had a couple previously and they didn't speak to me so I may be missing something.