Cigar Geeks Geek Critique
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Welcome to another Cigar Geeks Critique of a cigar provided to us by our friends at Palomino Cigars. Up for review this time is the Santa Ana Robusto. They have generously provided a number of cigars in the Robusto size for our members to review. Special thanks to member ljlemer (aka Larry) for lining this one up.
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This cigar was enjoyed with Black Coffee
Pre-Light: 17 Points of 10 Possible
This cigar had a less than perfect wrapper ith a few medium sized veins through it, In a couple of places the wrapperwas not completely smoothed out. The cap not smooth and rugged looking. The cap did cut easilly and staight. It was a firm cigar with no soft spots, pleasant aroma
Lighting and Burn: 15 Points of 15 Possible
At light up this cigar burned dead on staight though with no touch ups or relights. A medium firm light gray ash, it hung in there for over 2 inches befor I bumped it. The cigar stayed firm throughout. It produced lots of smoke from beginning to end. Perfect in this category
Construction: 27 Points of 30 Possible
Great presentation with a nice band, cedar wrapped with a red ribbon on the foot. Overall construction was good taking away from the ugly cap that was cut off and discarded anyway. A couple of medium veins in the wrapper had no effect in enjoying this cigar. The draw was easy, my personal preference
Flavor and Aroma: 32 Points of 45 Possible
It started out medium bodied with hints of spice in the flavors. This cigar had lots of lots of flavor to it without ever becoming overbearing. The flavors were awesome, with the complexity it is definitely a well blended cigar. The flavors and body warmed up in the 2/3 to a strong medium, and it was very enjoyable. While smoking the cigar left a slightly spicy but enjoyable aftertaste. The last 3/3 came oo slightly stronger while maintaining the flavor with no bitterness at all, until only a nub was left
Summary
I really enjoyed this cigar from start to finish. The flavors, burn and draw extraordinary. This cigar produced a tremendous volume of smoke throughout. THe only bad part was, I didnt have another one to smoke behind it, or I would have. Worthy of the rating given, I would smoke these without question and recommend them to anyone
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