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SMOKE 2011, Issue 3: Firing Up Flavor (cont.)
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 |  | DI FAZIO MADURO Doble Robusto | Country: Honduras | Manufacturer: Di Fazio Cigars | Size: 5 x 60 | Filler: Hon, Nic | Binder: Indon | Wrapper: Ecuador | | Panelist #1 | Not sure I'd rush out and buy this one, but am curious to know what happens after six months or so in the humidor. 88 very good | | Panelist #2 | A great smoke, highly recommended! I smoked this with a vodka on the rocks at the pool. This is a must-try! 98 superior | | Panelist #3 | A fantastic tasting cigar. Other than the burn issue, which corrected itself at the halfway point, this was a great cigar. 90 excellent |
 |  | AMERICAN CLASSIC BLEND Robusto | Country: Nicaragua | Manufacturer: Alec Bradley | Size: 5 x 50 | Filler: Nic | Binder: Nic | Wrapper: Hon | | Panelist #1 | Could become a mainstay in my rotation. I definitely would recommend this to my cigar cult friends. 90 excellent | | Panelist #2 | An overall good smoke. Not bad for an unwinding smoke when first home. It had a nice spice / tobacco touch. 92 excellent | | Panelist #3 | A good cigar with decent balance and complexity. The flavor profile is not my favorite, but was still an enjoyable smoke. 86 very good |
 |  | NAT CICCO CUBAN LEGENDS Torpedo | Country: Nicaragua | Manufacturer: Zander-Greg | Size: 6 x 54 | Filler: Nic | Binder: Nic | Wrapper: Indon, Nic | | Panelist #1 | I'd buy it for the right price. It was an enjoyable smoke. Great cigar after lunch, well-balanced and light throughout. 92 excellent | | Panelist #2 | I think that this cigar would benefit from some aging. It made a good companion for a peaty Scotch whisky. 87 very good | | Panelist #3 | I like this cigar and would smoke it again if the price point was right. It was a nice walk-around-the block smoke. 91 excellent |
 |  | ZINO PLATINUM Z-CLASS SERIES 546P Piramides | Country: DR | Manufacturer: Davidoff of Geneva | Size: 5 1/4 x 46 | Filler: Nic, Hon, DR | Binder: Peru | Wrapper: DR | | Panelist #1 | Wasn't thrilled with the construction, but ultimately, it turned out to be a very enjoyable cigar. I would buy it again. 86 very good | | Panelist #2 | The charcoal finish smoothed out, but the downfall was that it's too soft and kept going out. Not a bad back yard smoke. 86 very good | | Panelist #3 | A fantastic cigar that had an excellent flavor profile, complexity and balance. I would buy this cigar on a regular basis. 91 excellent |
 |  | BRUN DEL RE GOLD COLLECTION Churchill | Country: Costa Rica | Manufacturer: Brun del Ré | Size: 7 x 48 | Filler: Nic, CR | Binder: Indonesia | Wrapper: Ecuador | | Panelist #1 | Found this one to be harsh and bland-didn't offer me anything. Smoked all samples, but was left scratching my head. 80 good | | Panelist #2 | Not for beginners. Pairs well with an aged Bourbon or smokey single malt Scotch. Would definitely smoke again. 96 superior | | Panelist #3 | A great taste with a unique flavor profile. I would purchase this cigar on a regular basis and recommend to other. 92 excellent |

 |  | EL BATON Belicoso | Country: Nicaragua | Manufacturer: J.C. Newman | Size: 5 x 56 | Filler: Nic | Binder: Nic | Wrapper: Nic | | Panelist #1 | A powerhouse to be enjoyed after a good meal. Pairs well with a strong coffee. I want some of these in my humidor. 93 excellent | | Panelist #2 | A great cigar with very enjoyable flavors. Would recommend this one to newbies and seasoned veterans as well. 95 excellent | | Panelist #3 | I was a fan of this one! Once I find out what it was I will be adding it into my collection. I would highly recommend. 95 excellent |
 |  | ART DECO Robusto Grande | Country: Nicaragua | Manufacturer: Miami Cigar & Company | Size: 5 1/2 x 54 | Filler: Nic, DR | Binder: DR, Nci | Wrapper: Nic | | Panelist #1 | This was a nice sit-on-the-beach cigar. It wasn't overly strong, and good enough. I would buy these again for the right price. 90 excellent | | Panelist #2 | I would definitely smoke some more of these, might even buy a box if they are reasonably priced. Highly recommended. 96 superior | | Panelist #3 | This cigar is a snoozer. Yawn. 85 good |
 |  | FONSECA CXX ANNI RARISSIMUS Corona | Country: DR | Manufacturer: Matasa / SAG Imports | Size: 6 3/8 x 46 | Filler: DR, Nic | Binder: DR | Wrapper: DR | | Panelist #1 | Loved this cigar. Everything a cigar should be: complex and easy to smoke. Can't wait to find out what it is. 96 superior | | Panelist #2 | The samples seemed very inconsistent. I would smoke another only after it rested in the humidor for a while. 86 very good | | Panelist #3 | There was a lot going on with this one. I can say that it is best when paired with something like a nice peaty Scotch. 92 excellent |
 |  | TORANO LOYAL Robusto | Country: Nicaragua | Manufacturer: Toraño Family Cigar Company | Size: 5 x 56 | Filler: Nic, DR | Binder: Nic | Wrapper: Ecuador | | Panelist #1 | Not a terrible cigar, but not good. Was over-powered by the Diet Coke I was drinking-the Coke was more interesting. 85 good | | Panelist #2 | A decent cigar with enjoyable flavors and a dry wrapper. If the price was reasonable it would be a good dog walk cigar. 89 very good | | Panelist #3 | A good cigar that paired well with a Guinness-something smooth to balance the sudden sharp spice notes. 89 very good |
 |  | LA PALINA EL DIARIO Gordo | Country: Honduras | Manufacturer: La Palina Cigar Company | Size: 6 x 58 | Filler: Nic | Binder: Hon | Wrapper: Hon | | Panelist #1 | Looks better than it tastes, and it doesn't taste bad. Not a superior cigar, but I'd keep a few in my stash anyway. 90 very good | | Panelist #2 | This cigar is a home run with great flavor and lot of thick chewy smoke. Buy this winner of a cigar if you can! 96 superior | | Panelist #3 | I really enjoyed this cigar and would recommend to others-either experienced smokers or for newbies! 93 excellent |

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