by PCA | Jan 3, 2024 | Reviews
This light-chocolate-colored, double-capped robusto announces itself out of the cellophane with a light scent of cocoa and cedar. The cigar does not feel heavy, but it does feel firm with no soft spots or easy give. The foot exhibits a solid pack. One vein is fairly...
by PCA | Dec 4, 2023 | Reviews
When I was a kid growing up in the 1950s, all my heroes (other than Superman) were cowboys. Each week, our black and white DuMont console TV introduced me to the rugged individuals and charismatic heroes who would fire my imagination. From singing cowboys Gene Autry...
by PCA | Oct 30, 2023 | Reviews
Cigar: Aganorsa Aniversario MaduroSize: Gran ToroSmoke time: 1 hour, 15 minutes Appearance & AromaOriginally produced as a limited run, it is a welcome addition as an everyday line to the humidor. The shelf-friendly, 10-count box gives way to a great presentation...
by PCA | Sep 19, 2023 | Reviews
Reviewing a cigar dubbed The Soul of Fire can be a bit daunting. The implication is that it is going to be a powerhouse of a smoke, leaving the palate ablaze and begging for relief! Thankfully this was not the case with Plasencia’s third offering from their...
by PCA | Sep 7, 2023 | Reviews
Cigar: Arturo Fuente Don Carlos Size: Double RobustoSmoke time: 1 hour, 20 minutes Appearance & AromaThe toothy African Cameroon wrapper and the iconic Fuente band make this cigar really stand out in the humidor. The reddish-brown wrapper has...
by PCA | Aug 7, 2023 | Reviews
Cigar: Crux Limitada LESize: Short SalomoneSmoke time: 1 hour, 35 minutes Appearance & AromaA beautifully presented and shaped presidente. With a Colorado Claro colored wrapper, nicely pressed veins and a classic looking label, this cigar has a great appearance...
