rhmalone
06-16-2010, 06:40 PM
Thanks to Lear31MX for the opportunity to review a great cigar!
Rocky Patel Old World Reserve (http://www.rockypatel.com/html/old_world_reserve.html)
Wrapper: Maduro
Binder: Nicaragua
Filler: Nicaragua
Size: 5 x 54 [Torpedo]
As the evening wind softly announced the impending storm that loomed on the far horizon; I was struck by the regal charm of the Rocky Patel OWR. Encased by a rich, leathery maduro wrapper, this 5×54 torpedo need not beg to be clipped; for I had already done it the honor. without effort the double blade of the Palio (http://www.paliocutters.com/) made quick work of the well crafted cap.
My pre-light inspection turned up hints of aged caramel notes; which served to only heighten my excitement for smoking this find cigar. Before setting flame to tobacco, I tested the draw. It was found to be easy and open.
Now with nothing left to do, my Xikar (http://www.xikar.com/product_lighter_genesis.asp#) lighter clicked to life, sending billowing plumes of smoke rising into the air. Instantly, I was made aware of the earthy–almost cashew nuttiness of the OWR. This tone would continue for the duration of the cigar; much like the rain that was now falling rhythmically from above. Mixed with the earth tones was a robust hint of fine German chocolate and the faintest hint of white pepper that graced the back of the throat like a velvet blanket.
Within those first few draws I knew I would be in for a fine cigar. About ninety minuets later my predictions would be confirmed.
Personal rating: 8.25 (10 pt. scale)
http://lh6.ggpht.com/_8soOQdqpP7Y/TBloTqhm4SI/AAAAAAAAAlM/Dg6QKQ67oZk/s640/NST%203%20009.jpg
Rocky Patel Old World Reserve (http://www.rockypatel.com/html/old_world_reserve.html)
Wrapper: Maduro
Binder: Nicaragua
Filler: Nicaragua
Size: 5 x 54 [Torpedo]
As the evening wind softly announced the impending storm that loomed on the far horizon; I was struck by the regal charm of the Rocky Patel OWR. Encased by a rich, leathery maduro wrapper, this 5×54 torpedo need not beg to be clipped; for I had already done it the honor. without effort the double blade of the Palio (http://www.paliocutters.com/) made quick work of the well crafted cap.
My pre-light inspection turned up hints of aged caramel notes; which served to only heighten my excitement for smoking this find cigar. Before setting flame to tobacco, I tested the draw. It was found to be easy and open.
Now with nothing left to do, my Xikar (http://www.xikar.com/product_lighter_genesis.asp#) lighter clicked to life, sending billowing plumes of smoke rising into the air. Instantly, I was made aware of the earthy–almost cashew nuttiness of the OWR. This tone would continue for the duration of the cigar; much like the rain that was now falling rhythmically from above. Mixed with the earth tones was a robust hint of fine German chocolate and the faintest hint of white pepper that graced the back of the throat like a velvet blanket.
Within those first few draws I knew I would be in for a fine cigar. About ninety minuets later my predictions would be confirmed.
Personal rating: 8.25 (10 pt. scale)
http://lh6.ggpht.com/_8soOQdqpP7Y/TBloTqhm4SI/AAAAAAAAAlM/Dg6QKQ67oZk/s640/NST%203%20009.jpg