Very consistent flavor notes in this cigar. not many twist and turns but an enjoyable smoke.
Pairing Recommendations: I would like to have this with a coffee and cream to add a little sweetness or a nice low proof whiskey such as Chattanooga 91 or a Buffalo trace
Esteemed for over 30 years in the cigar industry, master blender Francisco “Chico” Rivas, with his deep roots in Quesada Cigars and Manufactura Rivas, presents the Chico Watch Series Patek Gold. Celebrated for his unique approach to blending and crafting, Chico’s cigars have consistently ranked high in prestigious listings, reflecting his passion and finesse.
This special blend, aged for two years, represents a pinnacle of maturity and flavor development, embodying Chico’s dedication to quality and complexity in cigar crafting. The Chico Watch Series Patek Gold, with its two years of aging, is not just a cigar; it’s a testament to the legacy of Chico Rivas. Each puff is a journey through the rich history of his blending artistry, offering an exclusive experience to the discerning smoker.
Wrapper: Habano from Monte Plata Region / Binder: Peruvian / Filler: Piloto Cubano, Olor Dominicano, HVA
Factory: Manufactura Rivas / Country of Origin: Dominican Republic
Light hay, tobacco, and barn yard
Sweet tobacco and dark fruit
Tobacco sweetness and molasses
On the light: I get notes of hay tobacco coffee and the retro brings out the hay and white pepper
Into the first third the burn is perfectly straight. medium body and strength with a medium finish. the ashes held the entire third. good draw slightly tight but lots of smoke. notes of dusty barn, dried toast, pepper spice, and musty tobacco.
Retrohale: toast and black pepper
Into the second third still a great burn. medium plus strength and a medium long finish. ash is holding over a third. lots of thick smoke. The tobacco note has turned more sweet, still dry toast, slightly salty, There’s a fig Newton note coffee in the background.
Retrohale: Hay, toast and black pepper
The final third brings lots of black coffee oak black pepper. Lots of thick smoke finish as long with a slight salty taste. good burn medium to full strength.
Retrohale: charred oak, coffee and spice.
