Hi Folks. Wanted to give you guys another update. I had the chance to have one of the latest samples and I have to say I'm pretty happy with it. I think we've got one to run with. Antonio agrees, so I think we are ready to move forward with production. We'll likely be looking early summer timeframe before we see them ready to ship. I'll give you an update on pricing as we get closer, but i'm hoping our lofty standards hasn't pushed it too high.
What I can tell you is that they will be boxes of 10 so that they are more affordable to a larger group of folks. They will be a box of Petit Lanceros (6 x 38) and our target price was around $80. Certainly there will be opportunity for box splits for folks that want to do it. But, there will only be 100 boxes in this run. Depending on how it goes there may be further runs. We'll see.
A few more details and pictures of the sample - it will have a pig tail head and a closed foot. 2 of my favorite things in a cigar. I like being able to pinch the head to remove the pig tail without any need to cut and then the easier lighting of the foot with the closed end (my opinions of course.)
Anyway here's a few pics. Hopefully they articulate the quality of the construction, because I have to say they look and smoke really nice in person. I have another resting and i'm anxious to see how it might change over time.
Cheers!
-Paul
Awesome Paul. That is looking great and can't wait.
Can't wait Paul.
Very nice, love the pigtail and closed foot. Looks like a very tasty stick too.
:drool: I'm definitely down for a box or a split with someone. Can't wait for the release. :thumbsup:
Looks and sounds awesome Paul. Thank you for the update!
Looks and sounds great! Can't wait!
:bigthumbs:
:bigthumbs: Put me down for two boxes!
Great to hear!.
Can't wait to try one! :thumbsup:
awesome :dancing: :dancing:
i'm in!
:dancing: :dancing:
Put me down for a box!
:smoker:
Box up a box fer me please! :biggrin: :bigthumbs:
QuoteSenorPablo - 2/13/2015 9:49 AM
but i'm hoping our lofty standards hasn't pushed it too high.
Is it possible to share tasting notes?
Yep, that is cool!
Good to hear. Thanx for the up date. I am looking forward to smoking one of those. They look very tasty. I am definitely in for at least 1 box of 10.
Quoteshakinghorizons - 2/13/2015 6:35 AM
QuoteSenorPablo - 2/13/2015 9:49 AM
but i'm hoping our lofty standards hasn't pushed it too high.
Is it possible to share tasting notes?
x2!
Looks great Paul, and I like the size.
What is the blend?
Very sweet!! Can't wait to smoke one!!
Holy Schnikies that looks tasty!!!! glad it is finally coming to fruition!!!
Thanks for the update Paul.
One more reason to look forward to this summer :dancing:
Looks great. Thanks for the update.
Can't wait!
Very nice Paul :biggrin:
I will take 2 boxes
Quoteshakinghorizons - 2/13/2015 9:35 AM
Is it possible to share tasting notes?
I took the time to really do a more thorough review using the format of our Geek Critique to give it more justice and to give you guys more to think about. It will probably become obvious I am a fan of this cigar. BUT, I am also intimately involved with it so consider the source, of course. :-) I really did try to leave any bias out.
-Paul
Pre-Light:
Nice looking wrapper that was slightly veiny and a tight firm roll. Had a somewhat sweet, earthy aroma. Cut was not necessary for me. As I tend to do with pig tails, I just pinch the pig tail off and it leaves a nice opening to draw on. Draw was easy and had a pre-light taste of a hint of cocoa or unsweetened baking chocolate.
Light & Burn:
As is usual with a closed foot, it lights easily and the closed foot helps it light evenly as well. The burn was great and stayed straight the whole way down. I think I touched it up maybe once, but probably wasn't necessary as it's just the OCD side of me coming through. Ash was very solid and stayed put until tapped off, and even then sometimes didn't want to drop with the tap.
Construction:
As noted from the pre-light, light, and burn, this is a well put together cigar. That shouldn't be surprising as Reinado is known for quality construction and it is the same torcedores building this one. Has a firm solid feel to it. I didn't detect any soft spots. Wrapper had no splits and slightly veiny. Pig tail head was put together well. Burn was fairly even. Draw was excellent - not tight and not too loose.
Flavor:
It starts out with more of a medium body smoke with an earthy flavor and hints of sweet cocoa/coffee and tobacco flavors. There is also a slight black pepper spice to it.
As it moves to the second third it takes on a stronger sweeter cocoa flavor and more of a nice leather taste with the undertones of earthiness still there. The black pepper seems to have dropped a bit.
The last third it really develops an even more complex flavor profile with the cocoa and leather really taking on a more sweet flavor. The black pepper is still there and may have picked a slight bit towards the end becoming more of a medium-full strength.
Summary:
Overall I'm pretty happy with this stick. Seems to follow the typical Reinado quality, a medium to medium-full body, and a nice flavor profile that shows complexity that changes a bit from beginning to end. Obviously, consider the source. I am intimately tied to this thing and have a sense of pride for energy I've put into it. I tried to separate my bias in the review, but I am human. :-)
QuoteBrlesq - 2/13/2015 10:38 AM
Looks great Paul, and I like the size.
What is the blend?
This is a Nicaraguan Puro with a Habano Maduro wrapper. It is much like the Grand Enterprise Reserve blend but with a little tweak in the blend and age of the tobacco, plus the first ever closed foot for Reinado.
-Paul
Thanks for the critique. It sounds very tasty.
Sounds delicious! :bigthumbs:
I will take 2 boxes as well
Put me down for a box
Looks great! really looking forward to this! really really can't wait to get my hands on a box of these things!
Box me brother. Can't wait!
I'm in for a box, great work Paul!
:bigthumbs:
Awesome to see. Definitely in for at least 1 box.
Thanks for the review Paul! Can't wait to try these out.
Glad this is getting close to being released! I'm in for a couple of boxes. :biggrin:
very nice looking cigar.
count me in for a box
Quotenwb - 3/1/2015 9:02 PM
Glad this is getting close to being released! I'm in for a couple of boxes. :biggrin:
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QuoteBrlesq - 3/1/2015 8:13 PM
Quotenwb - 3/1/2015 9:02 PM
Glad this is getting close to being released! I'm in for a couple of boxes. :biggrin:
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:lmao:
Those look good :smoker: nice work!
If this counts as the order thread I am in for a box for sure!
QuoteBrlesq - 3/1/2015 10:13 PM
Quotenwb - 3/1/2015 9:02 PM
Glad this is getting close to being released! I'm in for a couple of boxes. :biggrin:
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Just for you, Bruce. :biggrin:
:lmao: :lmao:
I'm in for a box and/or split with someone.
I Want a box too. Speaking of that, Paul do you have plans on the packaging yet. Wondering if it's a wooden box or cardboard or mazos?
I'll take a box as well!
Quotebmac7754 - 3/2/2015 9:09 PM
I Want a box too. Speaking of that, Paul do you have plans on the packaging yet. Wondering if it's a wooden box or cardboard or mazos?
It will be a wooden box. With the image below burned in.
-Paul
I'm also in for a box, maybe 2 or a split.
Thanks Paul, that is cool.
I'll do a box if there are any unspoken for!
Paul, I would definitely be in for a box or a split...however you need to do things...Very exciting that this is coming to fruition....
We'll have more details on how to get them when we get closer to the release. I think Antonio will distribute them through his site, but I need to tie that out with him.
-Paul
I'd be in for a box or split if I'm not too late to the party
Are they cuban? lol
I'm in for a box - been loving the lancero vitola lately!
I'm in for a box Paul, nice job and a great review. :biggrin:
Very excited for this to come through. I remember the last time someone tried to do a CG cigar... Didn't quite come to fruition. Glad you're behind it Paul!
Good job Paul well you didn't bite on the cuban but how about this idea for your future endeavours - expand the geek line by naming them after famous geeks here at the site. I can imagine the fun you would have with it just imagine ummmmm.
I'm in for a box or a split.
Box me! :biggrin:
Quotenirab - 3/4/2015 10:22 AM
Box me! :biggrin:
x2!
QuoteStogieDad - 3/4/2015 9:26 AM Quotenirab - 3/4/2015 10:22 AM Box me! :biggrin:
x2!
Me Too! :bigthumbs:
Go away you pathetic little pisspants
QuoteVroomp - 4/17/2015 7:46 PM
Wow! Not sure what I did to be called out by name but, it is obvious you have some serious mental problems. Perhaps your mom could make you some chocolate milk or something to calm you down!
Hot chocolate...it's probably cold and damp down there in the basement at Mom's house.
I'd like a box. Love the format.
Quoteshakinghorizons - 3/3/2015 1:59 PM I'm in for a box - been loving the lancero vitola lately!
X2
... and now back to our regularly schedules programming... I would be in for 2 boxes as this is definitely my favorite vitola. I would also be happy to donate a few to sponsoring a Geek Critique when a spot opens up in the calendar.
:lmao: :lmao: Never thought I would see that day that Nirab was listed higher on a "fascist" list than me. Now you KNOW that Stefan is a crazy! :crazy:
I'm in as well, if they'll ship to Canada or I'll happily box split with someone but I'll take for granted that this is not he official order thread...
but the question I have is.... what did I miss, has there been a deleted post that would explain why we are talking about "him" again / still :confused:
QuoteMojo66 - 4/18/2015 9:43 AM
I'm in as well, if they'll ship to Canada or I'll happily box split with someone but I'll take for granted that this is not he official order thread...
but the question I have is.... what did I miss, has there been a deleted post that would explain why we are talking about "him" again / still :confused:
Hey Sebastian I would split one box with you let me know
Mark
QuoteBrlesq - 4/18/2015 9:05 AM
:lmao: :lmao: Never thought I would see that day that Nirab was listed higher on a "fascist" list than me. Now you KNOW that Stefan is a crazy! :crazy:
What makes one more "facisct" than someone else???...the mustache perhaps?? :biggrin: The dude is sick, I truly feel sorry for him. San Francisco must have some free mental health clinics available...they got clinics for everything else! :biggrin: :lmao:
Now, get the F$%K off my lawn!! :lmao: :lmao:
I would like to increase my order to three boxes please! :shades:
can't wait!
:bigthumbs: Awesome Paul. Congrats.
I'd like to be part of a split!
I'm in for half a box if this is still available.
I'd split a box with one of our Northern friends and handle the shipping, let me know.
That is really nice!
QuoteVroomp - 7/4/2015 9:39 AM
I would like to increase my order to three boxes please! :shades:
Glad you liked it Brad. The other Geek reviews should start coming in as well.
-Paul
QuoteSenorPablo - 7/5/2015 12:19 PM
QuoteVroomp - 7/4/2015 9:39 AM
I would like to increase my order to three boxes please! :shades:
Glad you liked it Brad. The other Geek reviews should start coming in as well.
-Paul
Did I miss the post to order these? :confused:
QuoteBrlesq - 7/5/2015 11:32 AM
QuoteSenorPablo - 7/5/2015 12:19 PM
QuoteVroomp - 7/4/2015 9:39 AM
I would like to increase my order to three boxes please! :shades:
Glad you liked it Brad. The other Geek reviews should start coming in as well.
-Paul
Did I miss the post to order these? :confused:
Yea, what's up? I wanna box of geek sticks!
:angel:
I must have missed something also :confused:
You didn't miss anything. I sent a few pre-release ones out to a few geeks for review. Once they are all in I'll post them up. Release should hopefully be in the next few weeks.
-Paul
QuoteSenorPablo - 7/5/2015 1:04 PM
You didn't miss anything. I sent a few pre-release ones out to a few geeks for review. Once they are all in I'll post them up. Release should hopefully be in the next few weeks.
-Paul
How will we order? :?:
QuoteSenorPablo - 7/5/2015 11:04 AM
You didn't miss anything. I sent a few pre-release ones out to a few geeks for review. Once they are all in I'll post them up. Release should hopefully be in the next few weeks.
-Paul
Can't wait to read the reviews. :bigthumbs:
QuoteMacMac - 7/5/2015 1:57 PM
QuoteSenorPablo - 7/5/2015 1:04 PM
You didn't miss anything. I sent a few pre-release ones out to a few geeks for review. Once they are all in I'll post them up. Release should hopefully be in the next few weeks.
-Paul
How will we order? :?:
I'll post a "secret" link to Antonio's e-commerce site.
-Paul
QuoteSenorPablo - 7/5/2015 4:48 PM
QuoteMacMac - 7/5/2015 1:57 PM
QuoteSenorPablo - 7/5/2015 1:04 PM
You didn't miss anything. I sent a few pre-release ones out to a few geeks for review. Once they are all in I'll post them up. Release should hopefully be in the next few weeks.
-Paul
How will we order? :?:
I'll post a "secret" link to Antonio's e-commerce site.
-Paul
Thanks Paul!
Still relatively new to the site. Still learning names/screen names and how "everything" works.
Joe
QuoteMacMac - 7/5/2015 4:52 PM
Thanks Paul!
Still relatively new to the site. Still learning names/screen names and how "everything" works.
Joe
No worries. Antonio is the owner of Reinado Cigars - the guy producing the CG one.
-Paul
I smoked one for the 4th. I'll smoke the other this week and get a review in. All I can say at this point is....... :biggrin: