Cigar Geeks - Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust Sin Compromiso Seleccion No. 4

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Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust Sin Compromiso Seleccion No. 4
Written by Cigar Geeks Member: Brlesq

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Welcome to another Member sponsored Geek Critique generously sponsored by our member Beegerply (Byron). The cigar provided for this round is the Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust Sin Compromiso Seleccion No. 4.

"Sin Compromiso" is Spanish for "Without Compromise". Crafted by the legendary Steve Saka, Sin Compromiso represents the pinnacle of his boutique venture, Dunbarton Tobacco and Trust. Praised by cigar aficionados and blogs alike, this masterpiece features a flawless Mexican San Andres wrapper, an Ecuadorian binder, and rich Nicaraguan long-fillers. "When creating and blending Sin Compromiso I was never satisfied with the robusto vitola," said Saka, in a post on his Facebook page when the cigar was announced. "It always seemed a little off so when we launched the brand in 2019 I decided to just not include arguably the most popular format. (This is) a 5.00 x 54 prensado robusto whose blend is now perfectly tailored for its format and to suit its namesake."

Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust Sin Compromiso Seleccion No. 4

Brand:: Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust
Name:: Sin Compromiso Seleccion No. 4
Length:: 5
Ring Gauge:: 54
Country of Origin:: Nicaragua
Filler:: Nicaragua
Binder:: Ecuador
Habano
Wrapper:: Mexico
Color:: Maduro
Strength:: Medium-Full
Shape:: Robusto Gordo
Notes:: https://halfwheel.com/sin-compromiso-seleccion-no-4/442503/

This cigar was enjoyed with Spaten Oktoberfest Bier

Pre-Light: 9 Points of 10 Possible

This is a soft box-pressed cigar with an oily, dark brown wrapper. Had only minimal small veins. Its presented in a cedar sleeve with an attractive Gaelic-looking band. Well rolled with no soft spots to be found. Prelight aroma was sweet tobacco. Prelight draw reminded me of black tea.

Lighting and Burn: 12 Points of 15 Possible

The double cap on the cigar cut cleanly. The burn line stayed mostly straight, but it was a bit windy so no problems there. No relights were necessary. I didn't feel like wearing any ash, so it was tapped off at 1" intervals due to the breeze.

Construction: 28 Points of 30 Possible

Solidly rolled cigar with no construction issues. A hefty weight to it. Beautiful oily wrapper with minimal veins and a velvety feel. It was properly filled so the tug on the draw was just right, so again, it was well rolled.

Flavor and Aroma: 37 Points of 45 Possible

This cigar opens with black pepper and toasted walnuts. After the first quarter, it develops a rich tobacco taste that gives you a full mouth feel of smoke. I find it to be strong but enjoyable. By the second half some notes of dark roasted coffee and burnt popcorn are present, with the black pepper remaining. A nice little transition.. Other than that, this was not a complex cigar but enjoyable nonetheless.

Summary

I enjoyed this cigar and appreciate the opportunity to try it. Smoking it too fast punishes you with some burnt flavors (and the wind could have had an effect on this as well.) Dunbarton makes great cigars, but they are a little pricey for the everyday man. This one has a $16 MSRP which is fine for an occasional indulgence.