Fausto by Tatuaje

[Volusianator]

I start to worry about Pete becoming the new Rocky Patrel. Every month seems to bring a new blend.

[pinotguy]

Originally Posted by Volusianator

I start to worry about Pete becoming the new Rocky Patrel. Every month seems to bring a new blend.

Pete's connection and relationship with Pepin (and Jaime) will prevent that from happening.

Yes - he does release a lot of LE sticks (so does Viaje) but a lot of these are a very small production run for one shop that has supported him over the years. Examples of this are the Cabaiguan WCD 120, El Triunfador SODO, Barclay-Rex 100th Anni., OR T110, Anarchy, and the most recent - Black Label Petit Lancero. Essentially, Pete is rewarding those B&M's (and their owners) for their loyalty with a special stick that is only available at those respective locations. This concept appeals to me and I admit to buying into the hype that some of these LE's create, so I "chase" them to a degree, though not always.

To my mind, this is the complete anti-thesis of what Rocky is trying to do. My perception of RP is that he is manuevering to become a major force through quantity of brands/blends and his new B&M/lounge campaign. It doesn't appear that Pete has this intention for Tatuaje (or his other brands).

[Bill86]

Originally Posted by Volusianator

I start to worry about Pete becoming the new Rocky Patrel. Every month seems to bring a new blend.

QFT

I don't care what the reason is ....it's getting ridiculous.

What pinot guy said.....I completely disagree.

Viaje

S&B
Oro
Platino
50-50 Red
50-50 Black
Exclusivo
Summerfest
Satori
Holiday Blend
TNT
Double Edge Sword

I believe give or take one or two that is it.

Tatuaje

Pork tenderloin
Brown label
Red label
white label
Drac
frank
boris
face
T110
Barclay
Pork Chop
outlaw
La verite
Black tubo
Red tubo
black jar
Reserva
East
west
anarchy
sodo
Cabaiguan
La Riqueza
RC 233
RC 184
Black Label PL

I'm sure there is at least 5-10 more I'm missing.

Excessive much? I think Petes attempting to compete with Gurkha and Rocky.

Another great point is Viaje does seasonals every year. So you can actually get the cigars again and the prices stay VERY reasonable. Cannot say the same for Tatuaje.

[Dukeuni]

Originally Posted by Bill86

QFT

Tatuaje

Pork tenderloin
Brown label
Red label
white label
Drac
frank
boris
face
T110
Barclay
Pork Chop
outlaw
La verite
Black tubo
Red tubo
black jar
Reserva
East
west
anarchy
sodo
Cabaiguan
La Riqueza
RC 233
RC 184
Black Label PL

I know the point you are making,
but when I see this list, all I can think
about is DANG, I wish I had boxes
of all of those.

Man, I forgot how many amazing sticks Pete has made.

[marge796]

Originally Posted by Dukeuni

I know the point you are making,
but when I see this list, all I can think
about is DANG, I wish I had boxes
of all of those.

Man, I forgot how many amazing sticks Pete has made.

Right on brother! As long as Pete out does himself with each release and has a loyal following who cares how many lines he has out there.





Chris.....