The Kentucky Derby

Was entertaining family and in-laws at the Kentucky Derby. Enjoyed my Oliva Serie V and a SOSA that I had brought with me. Since my bets somehow were off, the day was not as eventfull as it could have been. At least the rain held off.

CAO Mx2 86.75

Had read about these and were highly talked about. Have smoke 2 of them now several months apart. I got the same impression both time. I typically really like a maduro wrapper, but this one just did not live up to expectations. I even smoked this one with a nice snifter of brandy and just did not enjoy it like I thought I would. It was a little harsh and had no discernable flavors. It is a very well made cigar and gave great ash. Cigar.com had this write-up:
Featuring two maduro wrappers, the CAO MX2 is perhaps the most popular maduro cigar ever made. These cigars are very hard to find and available on a limited basis throughout the year.
If CAO could go back and recreate this cigar, it would be priced a lot higher. They had no idea just how large of a stir they were going to create when they came up with this Maduro masterpiece that features two premium wrappers on one cigar. Competitively priced, it is near impossible to find one of these cigars without putting your name on a long waiting list.
When most people think of a Double Maduro, they typically are reminded of a super dark almost jet-black wrapper. CAO has put a new spin on the term “double maduro” with a second wrapper all together. It is medium to full-bodied and slightly sweet on the lips. The aroma is rich and earthy with hints of black pepper and a long spicy finish. This cigar is ideal for the maduro lover. It is considered to be in the top five in terms of the best maduro cigars being rolled today. Like all CAO cigars, the MX2 has a flawless construction and burn that makes it a solid performer every time you fire one up.