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A Complex World... (cont.)
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 |  | EL TIANTE Churchill | Country:
Nic | Manufacturer:
El Tiante Cigar Co. | Size:
7 x 50 | Filler:
Nic | Binder:
Indo | Wrapper:
Nic | | Panelist #1 | This cigar tastes expensive. If it is, spend the money, it is well worth it. Just a wonderful treat.
9.4 EXCELLENT | | Panelist #2 | Good any time of day, with any drink, any food, any mood. Also good for any level of smoker.
9.0 VERY GOOD | | Panelist #3 | I think I could enjoy this as a midday cigar, or perhaps out on the golf course with a refreshing beer.
9.1 EXCELLENT | | Panelist #4 | In the morning or before bed, this is a good cigar no matter what the clock says. Enjoy it slowly.
8.8 VERY GOOD |
 |  | PALMAS PURO Petit Torpedo | Country:
DR | Manufacturer:
Palmas Puro | Size:
5 x 54 | Filler:
DR/Nic | Binder:
Hon | Wrapper:
Ecu | | Panelist #1 | Good afternoon snack cigar. Better if during your afternoon you happen to find a beer in your hand with it.
9.1 VERY GOOD | | Panelist #2 | A good light smoke. Not too overpowering in any sense and would blend well with any meal.
8.9 VERY GOOD | | Panelist #3 | The cigar started out light, got strong and then became a groin kick of a smoke.
9.0 VERY GOOD | | Panelist #4 | Very strong for my tastes, but an excellent cigar for those who like 'em strong. I would have it alone.
9.0 VERY GOOD |
 | | BUCANERO SALSA Belicoso | Country:
Nic | Manufacturer:
Bucanero Cigars | Size:
6 x 54 | Filler:
DR/Nic | Binder:
Nic | Wrapper:
Nic | | Panelist #1 | This cigar burned well for over an hour of pleasure. I would suggest them regardless of the cost.
9.5 EXCELLENT | | Panelist #2 | Matched well with a tall glass of iced tea. Would go great with a Guinness and steak.
9.2 EXCELLENT | | Panelist #3 | The effort I had to put into the draw was not worth the reward I got in the cigar's flavor.
8.6 VERY GOOD | | Panelist #4 | This was a bear of cigar! You'll need a lot of time to finish it, but it is worth the effort. A great cigar.
9.0 VERY GOOD |
 |  | PERDOMO ESV 1991 Aristocrata | Country:
Nic | Manufacturer:
Tabacalera Perdomo | Size:
5 1/2 x 50 | Filler:
Nic | Binder:
Nic | Wrapper:
Conn | | Panelist #1 | Good cigar for after work with a good single malt scotch. I really liked this cigar.
9.6 SUPERIOR | | Panelist #2 | This is really a fine cigar. Great body, a joy and pleasure to smoke, honors the great history of cigar making.
9.5 EXCELLENT | | Panelist #3 | This is no powerhouse, very mild, smooth with a lot of smoke. I would break in a friend with this cigar.
9.0 VERY GOOD | | Panelist #4 | I would not recommend this cigar nor would I smoke it again in the future. I just did not like this cigar.
8.0 GOOD |
 |  | HOYO DE MONTERREY Petit Robusto | Country:
Cuba | Manufacturer:
Habanos S.A. | Size:
5 1/2 x 50 | Filler:
Cuba | Binder:
Cuba | Wrapper:
Cuba | | Panelist #1 | A very good smoke as is, but this would be even better if it were aged for a few more months.
9.3 EXCELLENT | | Panelist #2 | This was a decent smoke to have on the patio with a morning cup of coffee. But keep your lighter nearby.
8.1 GOOD | | Panelist #3 | A little too subdued for my tastes, the smoke itself though was pungent and full of body.
8.0 GOOD | | Panelist #4 | Its size makes it good for a midday smoke break, or a good one to light up after the front nine.
8.5 GOOD |
 |  | HABANOS PUROS FUERTE Siglo | Country:
Nic | Manufacturer:
Superior | Size:
5 1/2 x 54 | Filler:
Nic | Binder:
Nic | Wrapper:
Nic | | Panelist #1 | Great cigar. Burns very evenly and really pops in the beginning. Not a cigar for a novice.
9.8 SUPERIOR | | Panelist #2 | A great cigar to take on a camping trip with the boys. The bold flavors went well with a strong espresso.
9.6 SUPERIOR | | Panelist #3 | I would be inclined to buy a few and likely hide them from my friends. Just a delightful smoke.
9.3 EXCELLENT | | Panelist #4 | I paired this with a full-bodied merlot after dinner, and it was an ideal match. Go get yourself one.
9.3 EXCELLENT |
 | | EXQUISITO Perfecto Short Maduro | Country:
DR | Manufacturer:
Crown David International | Size:
4 1/2 x 48 | Filler:
DR | Binder:
DR | Wrapper:
Ecu | | Panelist #1 | Overall I liked everything about the cigar other than the finish. Still, a very good smoke.
8.6 VERY GOOD | | Panelist #2 | Very impressed with the amount of smoke and the full measure of flavor. The feel of the cigar great.
9.0 VERY GOOD | | Panelist #3 | A must-buy - nothing else to say! The flavors are outstanding and the construction is amazing.
9.3 EXCELLENT | | Panelist #4 | Don't know how they got it this tight without making it harder to draw on but they did it.
8.8 VERY GOOD |
 |  | SAVINELLI LIGA ESPECIAL Double Corona | Country:
Nic | Manufacturer:
Savinelli USA | Size:
6 1/2 x 54 | Filler:
Nic | Binder:
Nic | Wrapper:
Nic | | Panelist #1 | Cigar was pleasant but not outstanding from start to finish, the mark of a good consistent smoke.
9.2 EXCELLENT | | Panelist #2 | Absolutely going on my Christmas wish list - after I learn its name. This is not a quick smoke.
9.5 EXCELLENT | | Panelist #3 | A good smoke to close out a round of golf with. This cigar was nearly flawless.
9.4 EXCELLENT | | Panelist #4 | Don't light this unless you have a good hour to kill. I didn't like the spicy aftertaste though.
9.0 VERY GOOD |
 | | CARLOS TORAŅO VIRTUOSO Maestro | Country:
Nic | Manufacturer:
Toraņo Cigars | Size:
7 1/4 x 52 | Filler:
Nic/Hon/Panama | Binder:
Hon | Wrapper:
Nic | | Panelist #1 | Very intense; took some effort and a couple of drinks to get through it all. But I could see others enjoying it.
9.0 VERY GOOD | | Panelist #2 | Great looking, but just too mild for my tastes. Good for a novice though. Someone just starting on the path.
8.5 GOOD | | Panelist #3 | Consistent smoke throughout. I would give one to a friend. Not outstanding though, very average.
8.9 VERY GOOD | | Panelist #4 | A very pretty cigar; but that's where it ends for me. I need an assertive cigar and this is not it.
8.7 VERY GOOD |
 |  | DON TOMAS CLASICO Allegro | Country:
Hon | Manufacturer:
General Cigar Co. | Size:
5 1/2 x 50 | Filler:
DR/Nic | Binder:
Hon | Wrapper:
Indo | | Panelist #1 | Good cigar with lots of flavor, very much an outdoor cigar rather than an indoor smoke.
9.2 EXCELLENT | | Panelist #2 | Great cigar for a hunting or fishing trip with the fellas, not to be wasted in your living room.
9.2 EXCELLENT | | Panelist #3 | Very enjoyable. I would buy them and suggest them to my friends who like a mild to medium cigar.
9.4 EXCELLENT | | Panelist #4 | I had one cigar outside and one inside and liked the one outside better. I don't know why that is.
9.1 EXCELLENT |
SMOKE - Fall, 2006
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