Monday, 31 December 2012

Montecristo No. 5 Petite Corona


One of the first cigars I recall sparking up was a Montecristo, but I can’t tell you anything other than that.  Tonight, during another walk with our dogs, I lit up a Montecristo No. 5 Petite Corona that was given to me by the friend that also gave me the Cohiba.

This little stick had a wood and leather aroma on pre-light and a firm draw, but not a difficult draw.  The wrapper was slightly oily and begged to be enjoyed.   It cut smoothly lit up nicely.  The burn was mostly consistent and straight with only a small jagged line in the first quarter that corrected itself.

The Petite Corona presented a leather and earthy taste throughout the burn and was a pleasant change from the Cohiba from two days ago.  The smoke was smooth, but not overwhelming and this time, my wife didn’t complain about it

The ash was a salt and pepper of white and dark grey ash that stayed together for about an inch as we walked around our neighborhood and only fell off when I was admiring it as I walked.

I enjoyed this cigar.  I finished it in my back yard while the dogs played in the snow, savoring every puff.  It heated up as it drew to a close, which is normal, and finished with a full body.  A steady transition throughout the cigar.

Recommendation – Go get one, or five.  Keep them on hand as a surefire stand by when you want a cigar and have limited time.
CT

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