A Complex World... (cont.) Want more? For the full details of each review, including all the panelists views on aesthetics, construction, flavor, and more, subscribe now - or pick up a copy of SMOKE Magazine at a Tobacconist near you! CUSANO M1 Robusto Country: DR Manufacturer: Cusano Cigars Size: 5 x 50 Filler: DR Binder: DR Wrapper: Conn Panelist #1 Very tasty full bodied cigar that went well with a nice glass of lemonade. Not too overpowering. 9.1 EXCELLENT Panelist #2 Much too mild for me, but perfect for a newbie. The cigar had no aftertaste or bitterness. 8.9 VERY GOOD Panelist #3 Despite the wrapper this little beauty and I could be very good friends in the future. 9.5 EXCELLENT Panelist #4 Kind of like an old re-run of Cheers, you can keep it in the background without getting too into it. 8.6 VERY GOOD PARTAGAS Serie D No. 3 Edicion Limitada 2006 Maduro Country: Cuba Manufacturer: Habanos S.A. Size: 5 5/8 x 46 Filler: Cuba Binder: Cuba Wrapper: Cuba Panelist #1 A consistent flavor that was inviting salvaged this smoke from the way it appeared. 9.0 VERY GOOD Panelist #2 A consistent cigar all the way, in taste and burn. A good after-dinner choice for the everyday smoker. 8.7 VERY GOOD Panelist #3 Very few complaints here. Strong but elegant, this one matches up nicely with a good Pinot Noir. 8.4 GOOD Panelist #4 What more could an educated cigar palate want? The flavor and construction equal a great smoke. 9.2 EXCELLENT E. ZARZUELA Long Drive Country: DR Manufacturer: E. Zarzuela Size: 6 x 54 Filler: Nic/DR Binder: DR Wrapper: Nic Panelist #1 Maybe the look set me up but everything about this cigar reminded me of leather. 9.0 VERY GOOD Panelist #2 It is well constructed, but my tastes just don't match it. I prefer a lighter, more subtle smoke. 9.0 VERY GOOD Panelist #3 A solid cigar if you have the time to enjoy it. Don't rush through it. Savor the flavors from start to finish. 9.1 EXCELLENT Panelist #4 A good smoke, solid and knows what it wants to be. Takes time to work through it. 9.1 EXCELLENT AVO 80TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION Belicoso Country: DR Manufacturer: Davidoff of Geneva Size: 6 x 52 Filler: DR Binder: DR Wrapper: Ecu Panelist #1 I very much enjoyed this cigar during tailgates at a football game. Perhaps the weather led to the flaking. 9.2 EXCELLENT Panelist #2 Congrats to whomever blended this cigar. I highly recommend this to those who appreciate a good cigar. 9.6 SUPERIOR Panelist #3 I really don't want to know how much this cigar costs. Let me just savor it in peace. 9.5 EXCELLENT Panelist #4 Good cigar to have with a nice, cold beer. I'm certain my friends would enjoy it and would suggest it. 9.3 EXCELLENT AUGUSTO REYES Nativo Country: DR Manufacturer: Corporacion Cigar Export Size: 7 x 50 Filler: DR Binder: DR Wrapper: DR Panelist #1 The cigars lacked consistency. None of the flavors came through with any authority. 8.9 VERY GOOD Panelist #2 I liked the flavors, but would have liked them to be a little more consistent and rich. 9.0 VERY GOOD Panelist #3 Despite the one bad stick this was my favorite of the bunch. A nice long smoke to come home to after work. 9.1 EXCELLENT Panelist #4 Not too complex or too subtle. A nice smoke to close out the day, very simple and easy to relax with. 9.2 EXCELLENT BLACK PEARL COBRE Torpedo Country: Nic Manufacturer: La Perla Habana Size: 6 1/4 x 52 Filler: Nic Binder: Nic Wrapper: Conn Panelist #1 A great breakfast cigar but perhaps a little too light for later in the day. Nice mixture of the flavor profiles. 9.1 EXCELLENT Panelist #2 Not my style, but would suggest to anyone who likes a mild smoke or is just getting into cigars. 8.8 VERY GOOD Panelist #3 I would suggest this cigar to a friend. A good smoke with an adult beverage. Sit back and enjoy. 8.9 VERY GOOD Panelist #4 A nice cigar to have with a nice pale ale or pilsner, anything heavier could overpower the sweet flavors. 9.0 VERY GOOD MACANUDO Court Cafe Country: DR Manufacturer: General Cigar Co. Size: 4 3/16 x 36 Filler: DR/Mex Binder: Mex Wrapper: Conn Panelist #1 Good quick cigar for a coffee break. Takes all of five minutes to smoke it. That said, there is a lot of flavor. 9.5 EXCELLENT Panelist #2 A lot of punch in a little package, not a bad choice for a short work break or a quick morning smoke. 9.1 VERY GOOD Panelist #3 Great morning smoke. Try it with a mild coffee. Or forget the cigarettes and sneak one of these at the office. 8.8 VERY GOOD Panelist #4 Good if you have a short coffee break and want to sneak out for a cigar. It's too strong for a novice. 8.5 GOOD FLOR DE YNCLAN Robusto Country: DR Manufacturer: Villiger Stokkebye Intl. Size: 5 x 50 Filler: DR/Nic Binder: Indo Wrapper: Ecu/Conn Panelist #1 A very enjoyable cigar with lots of great flavor. Goes well with a glass of wine or a nice light blended whisky. 9.5 EXCELLENT Panelist #2 Almost like candy in its sweetness. Perfect for those who like a rich cigar that isn't at all bitter. 9.5 EXCELLENT Panelist #3 Not the sort of cigar I normally go for but good just the same, I would buy it if the price were right. 9.6 SUPERIOR Panelist #4 Wish the ending had been better, but a top-notch cigar otherwise. Very strong and yet subtle. 9.4 EXCELLENT CUESTA REY CENTRO FINO Churchill Country: DR Manufacturer: J.C. Newman Cigar Co. Size: 7 x 49 Filler: DR Binder: DR Wrapper: Ecu Panelist #1 I liked this cigar but in the end would only buy it if the price were right. The feel was just too uneven. 9.0 VERY GOOD Panelist #2 Fantastic smoke that matched up with a nice rich meal. Not too heavy or rich to overwhelm the food. 9.1 EXCELLENT Panelist #3 More mild than I prefer but certainly a good smoke for someone new to the vice. 8.6 VERY GOOD Panelist #4 Not a bad cigar, not a spectacular cigar but certainly worth smoking again if the price were right. 8.9 VERY GOOD GRAYCLIFF Avelino Lara PGX Country: Bah Manufacturer: Graycliff Cigar Co. Size: 6 x 50 Filler: DR/Hon/Nic/Ecu/Braz Binder: Indo Wrapper: Indon Panelist #1 I would describe this cigar as complex; the blend delivers power and the shape makes it stick out. 9.0 VERY GOOD Panelist #2 I would suggest it to someone who likes a tasty cigar but not a novice. The foot might be too complicated. 9.2 EXCELLENT Panelist #3 This one was hard to put down. It complements outdoor leisure activities as well as indoor R&R. 9.3 EXCELLENT Panelist #4 Overall a good cigar, not overbearing but did leave an aftertaste. I would try it again. Good with XO. 9.3 EXCELLENT Continued on next page... 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