http://www.cigar.com/cs/blogs/alex_ccom/archive/2008/08/14/12297.aspxMaduro, perhaps the most misunderstood tobacco in the world, has slowly been taking more of the spotlight as cigar makers add more dark and oily blends to their lines. Maduro has had a tough reputation over the past 15 years, mainly because of misconceptionsen-USCommunityServer 2.0 (Build: 60217.2664)http://www.cigar.com/cs/blogs/alex_ccom/archive/2008/08/14/12297.aspx#19550Thu, 02 Oct 2008 04:25:03 GMT3d635cee-432e-4705-840d-380a236e0d9c:19550garymerensteinGreat overview.  thanks.  Have been smoking cigars for the last couple of years due to a freind of mine that smokes about 5 cigars a day (he is an ex-professional hockey player and lives the part) and I love hanging out with him.  When I do, we smoke cigars non-stop and I am now smoking cigars at home and trying a little bit of everything.  When I do, I read blogs like yours and learn more.  thanks again.  gary merensteinhttp://www.cigar.com/cs/blogs/alex_ccom/archive/2008/08/14/12297.aspx#19720Fri, 03 Oct 2008 02:53:42 GMT3d635cee-432e-4705-840d-380a236e0d9c:19720Johnny BananasMy faves.are Maduros & Corojo wrappers I just love the sweet spicy taste of both.I started enjoying cigars back in '92,but I had good friends in Florida so gettin' good stogies was easy so glad all those wannabe brands are dead and gone.You can really get some excellent cigars now,and w/masters like Don Pepin Garcia making blends things should only get better..