Goviado Chico from Guillen Cigars

Kreth · 08-01-2009, 08:52 PM

I got this stick in a bomb from yourchoice (Joel).

Humidor time: I believe Joel got this stick in a GB a few months ago

Prelight: The wrapper is nice and smooth, with minimal veins. Prelight draw is easy, tasting of cedar and spice.

Burn: The burn was straight with that nice "welt" along the burn line. Ash was nice and solid. I think I could have done an ash stand with this cigar if I hadn't been online with my phone and worried about ashing on it. Draw was moderate, and the burn time was about 35 minutes.

Flavor: This cigar started off a bit harsh, but quickly mellowed into a nice cedar flavor with floral hints and a nice spice kick.

Summary: I've been wanting to try one of the Guillen blends for a while now, and this stick was worth the wait. Excellent flavor, perfect burn, what more could you ask for? OK, I need to get me some of these in a bigger vitola...

alley00p · 08-01-2009, 09:10 PM

Jeff, I had a Goviado Toro that Andy gave me during ELVIS, and it was excellent!

How big was the Chico?

Kreth · 08-01-2009, 09:30 PM

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Originally Posted by alley00p

Jeff, I had a Goviado Toro that Andy gave me during ELVIS, and it was excellent!

Hopefully Andy will make that toro sampler available again.

Quote:

How big was the Chico?

I had it guesstimated at 4" x 38, but Joel pointed me towards the original thread and it's 4" x 40. It's a cruel vitola, disappears way too fast.

08-01-2009, 10:04 PM

I've had a few of the Guillen blends, pineda natural and maduro, and the Miraflor. Those are some great cigars, the construction was perfect on every one of them and a great taste, good stuff.

Kreth · 08-01-2009, 10:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Uflbassin

I've had a few of the Guillen blends, pineda natural and maduro, and the Miraflor. Those are some great cigars, the construction was perfect on every one of them and a great taste, good stuff.

Joel included a MiraFlor in the same vitola and it looks just as nicely constructed. I'm looking forward to smoking it.

AndyMadera · 08-01-2009, 11:16 PM

hey guys, thanks for the review, and thanks joel for sharing your goodies! You are absolutely right for someone used to a bigger cigar it can leave you wishing i was longer! This cigar is perfect for those who are pressed for time or the environment is unbarable. I have a feeling this is going to be a sell out stick in the cold seasons. and for those who want a lunch break smoke. Its a solid 30 min for the average smoker and I also usually get 35 - 40 min out of them. Thanks again and im glad you enjoyed it.

Kreth · 08-01-2009, 11:31 PM

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Originally Posted by AndyMadera

I have a feeling this is going to be a sell out stick in the cold seasons.

That's a good point, Andy. It's tough to enjoy a toro when it's -10. Trust me, I've tried, have the scorched glove to prove it.

Edit: Heh, post #666 (cue Iron Maiden)

alley00p · 08-01-2009, 11:34 PM

Andy, are the Chico's or something in a RG of 38 to 46 available in any of your other blends?

AndyMadera · 08-02-2009, 02:07 AM

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Originally Posted by alley00p

Andy, are the Chico's or something in a RG of 38 to 46 available in any of your other blends?

4 x 40
Reserva Miraflor Habano and Conny
Goviado Blue and Black

5.5 x 42
Reserva Miraflor Habano
Don Fernando
Casa Pineda
Don Payo
Unnamed

7 x 40
Reserva Miraflor Habano
Goviado Blue and Black

yourchoice · 08-02-2009, 03:27 PM

Glad you enjoyed it Jeff. Since you were on the lookout for some shorter timeframe sticks, I thought they would be right up your alley.

Kreth · 08-02-2009, 03:53 PM

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Originally Posted by yourchoice

Glad you enjoyed it Jeff. Since you were on the lookout for some shorter timeframe sticks, I thought they would be right up your alley.

I'll need to buy some toros. It was just way too good for a quick smoke.

08-01-2009, 08:52 PM	#1
Kreth Ronin smoker Join Date: Jan 2009 First Name: Jeff Location: Oneonta, NY Posts: 3,620 Trading: (14)	Goviado Chico from Guillen Cigars I got this stick in a bomb from yourchoice (Joel). Humidor time: I believe Joel got this stick in a GB a few months ago Prelight: The wrapper is nice and smooth, with minimal veins. Prelight draw is easy, tasting of cedar and spice. Burn: The burn was straight with that nice "welt" along the burn line. Ash was nice and solid. I think I could have done an ash stand with this cigar if I hadn't been online with my phone and worried about ashing on it. Draw was moderate, and the burn time was about 35 minutes. Flavor: This cigar started off a bit harsh, but quickly mellowed into a nice cedar flavor with floral hints and a nice spice kick. Summary: I've been wanting to try one of the Guillen blends for a while now, and this stick was worth the wait. Excellent flavor, perfect burn, what more could you ask for? OK, I need to get me some of these in a bigger vitola... __________________ Cigarette-free since January 2010

08-01-2009, 09:10 PM	#2
alley00p Adopted MassHole Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Charlie Location: HOCKEYTOWN! Posts: 1,770 Trading: (41)	Re: Goviado Chico from Guillen Cigars Jeff, I had a Goviado Toro that Andy gave me during ELVIS, and it was excellent! How big was the Chico? __________________ Alley00p - I may be a FOG, but I'm still trying to dance!! Just don't trip over my cane!

08-01-2009, 10:04 PM	#4
Uflbassin Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Goviado Chico from Guillen Cigars I've had a few of the Guillen blends, pineda natural and maduro, and the Miraflor. Those are some great cigars, the construction was perfect on every one of them and a great taste, good stuff.

08-01-2009, 11:34 PM	#8
alley00p Adopted MassHole Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Charlie Location: HOCKEYTOWN! Posts: 1,770 Trading: (41)	Re: Goviado Chico from Guillen Cigars Andy, are the Chico's or something in a RG of 38 to 46 available in any of your other blends? __________________ Alley00p - I may be a FOG, but I'm still trying to dance!! Just don't trip over my cane!

08-02-2009, 03:27 PM	#10
yourchoice Down the stretch Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Joel Location: South Jersey Posts: 4,081 Trading: (36)	Re: Goviado Chico from Guillen Cigars Glad you enjoyed it Jeff. Since you were on the lookout for some shorter timeframe sticks, I thought they would be right up your alley.

08-01-2009, 11:16 PM	#6
AndyMadera Feeling at Home Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Andrew Location: Ft Worth, Texas Posts: 530 Trading: (46)	Re: Goviado Chico from Guillen Cigars hey guys, thanks for the review, and thanks joel for sharing your goodies! You are absolutely right for someone used to a bigger cigar it can leave you wishing i was longer! This cigar is perfect for those who are pressed for time or the environment is unbarable. I have a feeling this is going to be a sell out stick in the cold seasons. and for those who want a lunch break smoke. Its a solid 30 min for the average smoker and I also usually get 35 - 40 min out of them. Thanks again and im glad you enjoyed it.