Padilla Miami Churchill 94.095

This was a highly enjoyable smoke.  I only had one of these.  I usually smoke at least two before I rate them.
It must have been an impulse purchase.  These sell for around $10.00 a stick, so that might explain why I only picked up one.   This is a medium to full body cigar, and had great flavor from start to finish.  Not peppery like some cigars, but more smooth.  My sweet taste buds were really liking this cigar.  Will pick up more of these if I see them in the future.

Cigar.com had this on the cigar:
Padilla Miami is a very limited production boutique blend that has received high marks from several industry publications. In fact, in April 2009, Padilla Miami earned a '94' rating by Cigar Aficionado!

Ernesto Padilla is among the top ten blenders in the cigar business. He is known for producing such incredible cigars as Padilla Series 68, Padilla 1932, and Padilla Habano, in addition to many others. Due to his impeccable blending abilities and his love for the art, Ernesto Padilla has produced multiple 90+ rated blends, all of which were well met by fellow enthusiasts. Due to the exclusive tobaccos used in these cigars and their popularity, Padilla Miami is extremely limited.
Padilla Miami is among the finest blends ever created by Ernesto. Using all Cuban-seed tobaccos from Nicaragua, the blend is similar to the most popular Cuban cigars. Upon its debut in 2005, it received a 92 rating from Cigar Aficionado magazine, one of the highest ratings awarded that year. Each cigar is constructed immaculately with a triple cap, then aged to ensure a well-rounded aroma and enticing flavor. Each cigar is finished with a Corojo wrapper, giving these smokes a full-bodied and robust taste. Availability of Padilla Miami is “hit or miss,” so be sure to pick some up while they are in stock.
This brand recieved a '94' rating by Cigar Aficionado in April, 2009

cifuentes partagas 1845 spanish rosado 92.425

This was a great cigar with a nice sweet taste that lasted from start to finish.  I definitely liked this cigar and would highly recommend for those that like a nice mild smoke.  I have reviewed the red label of these some time ago and liked it very much also.  Now I need to find a black label.

From cigar.com:

The Partagas Spanish Rosado is medium bodied with a rich full flavor that derives from its unique San Agustin wrapper. This cigar is complex and well balanced.

From the legendary brand that originated in Cuba comes the Partagas Spanish Rosado. The Spanish Rosado name is derived from the wrapper that is grown exclusively for General Cigar in the San Agustin Valley in Honduras. "Spanish" refers to the country of Spain's influence in Honduran history, while "Rosado" refers to the reddish hue found in each wrapper.
The Partagas Spanish Rosado offers a unique taste that consumers have come to expect from Partagas. The Honduran-shade wrapper offers a rich, oily appearance with a consistent dark reddish-brown color. Because of the uniqueness of the soil, the wrapper provides a spicy taste with hints of cinnamon that burns white, leaving a beautiful ash. A Connecticut Broadleaf binder with a blend of Dominican, Honduran, and Mexican tobaccos combine to make this medium to full-bodied cigar a must-have for serious cigar enthusiasts.

Punch Limited Edition Toro 94.76

Finally got around to smoking one of my FREE cigars from Cigar Rights of America for joining for my 3rd year.

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This cigar shocked me at first because of how easy the draw was.  I have smoked some cigars that take a little bit to settle down and develop a good flavor, however this was a great cigar from start to finish.  A very mild smoke that was easy to enjoy.

Nicaraguan Wrapper, Honduras 6 x 52

Good review also from zencigar.com:

This is a great rustic looking cigar. The wrapper is a tawny brown with minimal veins with lots of tooth. It gives a little to the touch in the middle, which makes me wonder if this is going to burn and draw well all of the way through.

It clips great, I light the cigar easily and the first thing I notice is quite surprising – no harshness. Usually cigars made by the two big guys, General and Altadis, are sub par compared to other premium handmades. They are usually rushed out of the factory and quite young and unbalanced. But this was very nice!
There was lots of wood and leather from the onset with a rich hearty core of tobacco. Initially I got lots of smoke, but the burn was progressing too quickly for my liking.
About halfway down, it began to tunnel – that soft spot I mentioned earlier – but quickly corrected itself. The burn was relatively straight and even throughout the smoke, but it did require some occasional “touch-ups”.
The last few inches were rich and intense, full-bodied but not strong, tons of coffee, leather and wood abound. There was also a nice lingering cocoa note on the finish, which was long.
Not only was this cigar good – it was great! This was one of the best cigars I have ever smoked from General, and one of the best tasting cigars I have tried in some time. It had the perfect balance of flavors and strength, the only detractor was the construction and it was not that complex. After this, I can’t wait to try the rest from the sampler!
Rating: 90 (A-)

Benchmade by Ashton Don Pepin 85.4975

Smoked this one today, and the cigar looked nice and had high hopes for it since it was a brand I had not really heard a lot about.  However, I was very unhappy with this one.  Definitely off my future purchase list.
The outer wrapper had a very bitter taste to it that lasted for quite a while.  The burn was reasonable as would be expected of a hand made cigar.  The flavor was just not there, no good blending of leaves or anything to be detected.  I was almost like smoking bad burley.  The cigar discounters offer this because of its low price and try to talk it up for the price, around $2.60-$3.00 a stick.  It might as well be $3 a box.  Sheesh, sorry Don Pepin, try again.
Wrapper and Filler Nicaragua, Robusto 5x50, Medium to Full strength.