YFRS: Montecristo No.4 AEP ENE 06

[Colt45]

Construction of all samples smoked from this box so far has been very consistent - this sample was

no different. Just a bit light in the hand, but firm - properly filled. A colorado wrapper between medium

and dark. Leathery to the touch with little oil. A draw on the firm side of perfect, but plenty of smoke

with an excellent burn.

On the flavor side, I feel this is a cigar still in transition. It started with a nice flavor of coffee with just a hint

of cream and sweet spice. It quickly changed to an overall taste of charred wood (in a relatively good way).

There was the odd hint of raisin but little in the way of complexity. These have been, and still are, fairly

robust cigars, showing a lot of structure, and a potent blend. I am curious to know whether or not

the fullness of blend was intentional.

So here we have a cigar that is approximately two years old - first samples quickly turned bitter and harsh.

Next couple turning sour. Last sample had a mouth puckering juiciness. This sample, full on charred wood.

As stated, I feel these are still in transition, but at this point I've no idea what they'll become.

[bassman]

06 MC#4s are the best I've smoked in years. Full bodied, earthy, delicious. Nice to see this cigar make a comeback.

[El Presidente]

» So here we have a cigar that is approximately two years old - first

» samples quickly turned bitter and harsh.

» Next couple turning sour. Last sample had a mouth puckering juiciness.

» This sample, full on charred wood.

» As stated, I feel these are still in transition, but at this point I've no

» idea what they'll become.

You have to love a journey !LOL!

Colt, you would suspect that they a few more years of evolution within them. Frustrating and exciting at the same time ;-)

[shrink]

Can't go wrong with any of the '06 Montes. I have found some ready to enjoy now, while others are going to need a few years. My #4's are in the latter category.