The Expert Review Library
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Bella - H. Upmann 1844 Reserve Churchill09/18/2020
This medium-bodied delight is comprised of aged Dominican fillers encased in a zesty Nicaraguan binder and wrapped to perfection with an Ecuadorian Habano leaf. Notes of spice and nuttiness entertain the palate from start to finish in this blend. An all-around fantastic smoke, this is one cigar great for any occasion!
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Lindsay - Joya de Nicaragua Cabinetta Toro09/18/2020
A welcomed change of pace from other Joya lines, Cabinetta is yin/yang personified. Its double wrapper still allows for a distinct Nicaraguan profile to shine, and its '90' rating is not just for a pretty face, either. A V-Cut is recommended to amplify the subtle nuances of cocoa, earth, coffee, spice, and brown sugar throughout.
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Quinn - Diesel d.10th Anniversary Robusto08/07/2020
In typical AJ Fernandez fashion, the Diesel 10th Anniversary is nothing short of a masterpiece, managing to accomplish that signature full-bodied, full-flavored smoke to satisfy your palate. Dressed in an Ecuadorian Habano Oscuro wrapper, the blend has tremendous strength. With notes of dark chocolate and roasted coffee, this cigar was a delight to smoke.
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Michael - Oliva Serie 'O' Robusto08/07/2020
Oliva Serie 'O' garnered multiple '90' plus ratings, and for good reason. This Nicaraguan puro is a perfect balance of tobaccos from three different growing regions in Nicaragua, giving it complex, layered flavors. With distinct notes of pepper, dark chocolate, and spice, this medium-bodied robusto pairs perfectly with an Italian espresso coffee or your favorite stout.
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Kelly - Rocky Patel Sun Grown Maduro08/07/2020
This '95' rated delight starts with an oily Connecticut Broadleaf wrapper that covers dual binders and Nicaraguan long-fillers. Defining what it means to be a "full-bodied" cigar, this maduro keeps its construction along with a bold flavor profile from head to foot—prepare for a complex yet balanced experience. A true mainstay for full-bodied fanatics.
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Lindsay - San Cristobal Clasico Robusto08/07/2020
If you don't know by now, I love PepÃn's handiwork. (As does Cigar Aficionado, who gave this blend a '93'.) This Nicaraguan puro made for Ashton is full-bodied with notes of spice, oak, leather, black cherry, and coffee. Watch out for slight hints of salt while smoking, however, as each instance signals a flavor transition.
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Bella - Perdomo Reserve 10th Anniversary Champagne08/07/2020
Perdomo Reserve 10th Anniversary Champagne is celebration-worthy! Beneath the triple-fermented Connecticut Shade wrapper is a brilliant blend of Cuban-seed tobaccos grown in the rich soils of Nicaragua. Notes of coffee, wood, and hints of honey present themselves from start to finish, and create a luxurious, velvety-smooth, medium-bodied experience for all to enjoy.
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Bella - Room101 FARCE. Connecticut Churchill06/26/2020
This follow-up to the '92' rated original is the perfect cigar to enjoy morning, noon, or night. The Dominican and Nicaraguan long-fillers are beautifully wrapped in an Ecuadorian Connecticut leaf, lending to a subtle and smooth smoke. Hints of nut, spice, and light pepper balance this blend perfectly for anytime enjoyment.
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Quinn - Ave Maria Immaculata Belicoso06/26/2020
Ave Maria is a well-respected Nicaraguan line, and the medium-bodied Ave Maria Immaculata is no exception to their fantastic standards. A delicious Connecticut wrapper houses its smooth, succulent blend. But don't be deceived, this cigar still manages to pack a punch. Graceful and refined, Immaculata revolutionizes Connecticut-wrapped cigars.
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Lindsay - H. Upmann by AJ Fernandez Toro06/26/2020
When AJ was approached by Altadis' Grupo de Maestros to re-blend a classic, the result was a cigar rather befitting of today's audience. The Ecuador Sumatra wrapper brings out the nuttiness of the Corojo '99 binder, and a Criollo '98 plus Piloto Cubano filler yield plumes of nuanced smoke with a razor-sharp burn.
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