The wrapper on this stick was rather attractive, with a uniform nut-brown coloring, very few veins and tight seams, with a light but even pack. The smoke texture a slightly buttery and fluffy feel with some grittiness.
The draw was very relaxed (perhaps too relaxed on one sample) with an ample smoke output. The draw flavor through much of the first 2 thirds of both samples of the cigar had a noticeable element of alcohol harshness in the background which did throw off the flavor balance a bit.
The aroma from the foot smoke was very enjoyable with a savory/sweet nuttiness and toasted wood notes. Just take out some of those annoying alcohol notes and we have a very enjoyable smoke.
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Habano / Binder: Mexican San Andres / Filler: Nicaragua
Vitola: Robusto / Size: 5.5 x 52
Factory: Tabacalera AJ Fernandez Cigars de Nicaragua S.A. / Country of Origin: Nicaragua (Ometepe, Jalapa, and Condega)
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