Camacho Maduro 89.6725

I continue to enjoy maduro wrappers as well as Cameroon.  This was a very enjoyable cigar and smoked it for quite a while when I was out walking the dog around the neighborhood. This cigar is an offshoot of the Camacho Corojo line and the term "Quinto Corte" means "Fifth Priming" which is a reference to the uppermost leaves on the Corojo plant. Since these leaves remain on the plant the longest, they receive the most exposure to the sun and other elements. This gives the leaves a richer, more full-flavored taste than leaves that are picked earlier in the growing process.  I did notice some distinct leather flavors and a rich aroma.  This cigar gave off prodigous amounts of smoke and was very enjoyable. Strength:-Full
Wrapper:Maduro
Filler:Authentic Corojo
Binder:Authentic Corojo

Ashton Cabinet 86.08

This cigar was an OK smoke, not spectacular and not unpleasant. Just an average smoke and nothing to throw in the river. Based on the description below, I should have enjoyed it much more. Hmm.

twoguyssmokeshop.com had this on the cigar:

The Ashton Cabinet is the "White Burgundy" of cigars. "White Burgundy" gets its rich complex taste from the soil and aging of the grape in French oak barrels. The Cabinet's 4 to 5 year old Dominican filler blend has a rich, complex and well rounded taste. The extraordinary Connecticut shade wrapper is aged for an extra year and has an elegant palamino color resulting in a smooth and creamy flavor. The Ashton Cabinet includes no less than six different tobaccos and ends with a "big finish." Seven years pass from seedling to finished cigar before Ashton Cabinet is brought to fruition and presented for your smoking pleasure.

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Cusano Cuban 91.255

I continue to enjoy this cigar. I had this one sitting in the humidor for a while to get a good age on it. This cigar has a great taste from beginning to end and is a well made cigar. The only thing keeping it from a higher rating is the lack of any discernable aroma. You know, when someone is smoking a great cigar and you can tell it a block away.

Sungrown Cuban Cigars by CusanoWrapper: Sungrown EquadorFiller: DominicanBinder: Dominican

OLIVA Serie V 90.25

I had the double Toro size 60. This was just a little too big for my tastes. I prefer the 54 ring on cigars. However, that did not detract from the taste of these. It was strong but did not overwhelm. This cigar lives up to its reputation as one of the best. This is from cigar.com:

Rolled with specially selected ligero leaf, all top quality, Serie "V" packs a punch due to its full body; however, its strength does not dominate the experience. Specially aged and fermented tobaccos make for a complex flavor, adding layers of enticing notes of pepper, leather and earthy undertones. This line represents the strongest and richest cigar Oliva has to offer.To be an authorized Serie "V" dealer, tobacconists must undergo special training from Oliva representatives aimed at providing insight to the sheer power of the blend. This cigar only contains ligero leaf (the strongest variety of tobacco), but is blended so the initial taste is not overwhelming with "in your face" power. In other words, Serie "V" is very strong but can still be enjoyed by individuals who prefer medium-bodied cigars. Upon lighting, many may believe Serie "V" is medium in body, but as Jose Oliva himself has explained, if you cycle the smoke through the nose you will realize the true strength of Serie "V." Potent, powerful, yet smooth with a long finish, this blend is must try for all enthusiasts, let alone fans of the Oliva brand.

PROCIGAR FESTIVAL 2009

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