Reviews
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Date Added: Friday 10 December, 2010
Cohiba Robustos Cigar - 1 Single
by MATTHEW
Like many before me this was my first venture into Cuban cigars and I was not put off by its full, spicy flavour. Its fair to say that as Robusto's go its a yardstick to measure by but in recent years I have noticed a slight increase in construction inconsistencies, in particular tight rolls and the odd plug and at this price point (and with the brands reputation) this needs addressing. When all is said and done a good Cohiba Robusto is very very good .... worth comparing with the Partagas Serie D No.4 and the new Montecristo Open Master.
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Date Added: Friday 10 December, 2010
Montecristo Edmundo Cigar - Box of 25
by MATTHEW
Duncan's review tempted me to comment on the Edmundo. In my humble opinion it is one of the finest cigars Montecristo has ever produced .... but as many have already suggested it needs time to mature. Straight of a new box they give little in terms of flavour .... time in the humidor improves taste and burn dramatically and a little experimentation leads me to suggest that 20c and 70% are the magic numbers. Two years in they are fabulous ...
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Date Added: Friday 10 December, 2010
Bolivar Royal Corona Cigar - 1 Single
by MATTHEW
I cant disagree with reviewers comments in relation to flavour but its fair to say I have had issue with the BRCs construction on a regular basis. In the box they consistently look fabulous but their performance when lit can vary wildly .... from the solidly plugged to the odd alarmingly fast burner. Good examples are undoubtedly fine cigars but I've thrown too many away after 5 minutes and several cuts to award top marks.
-6755.jpg "Montecristo Open Master Cigar - Box of 20")
Date Added: Friday 10 December, 2010
Montecristo Open Master Cigar - Box of 20
by MATTHEW
This is by far my favourite Robusto of 2010, consistently well made (I've had 3 boxes) with a good draw, even burn and rich flavour. Its a 30-40 minute smoke and sits well with a decent Shiraz or malt. Highly recommended.
Date Added: Sunday 14 November, 2010
Have to join the "Three`s" Brigade on this one.
Pleasant enough smoke no doubt though.
Date Added: Wednesday 10 November, 2010
I would rate this cigar - i've only had one, yet the one i had was well made, attractive and all in all a delightful wee smoke. I love a wee cheap cigar now and again however this is by no means in my opinion low on quality.
