Good point...plus any cigar that has such great reviews when it is released is always in danger of not living up to expectations.
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Oliva V Melanio PC
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Zedman05
Fiend4theLeaf
Like always, thanks for the review.
I have the Torp's and Robusto's, and like both of them a bunch, but it really is hard to justify these over the regular line V's. There are moments when I definitely think these are worth it, but then others when I am questioning it. Nice to get something different from Oliva in that V line though as those Maduro's are so damned good.
I have the Torp's and Robusto's, and like both of them a bunch, but it really is hard to justify these over the regular line V's. There are moments when I definitely think these are worth it, but then others when I am questioning it. Nice to get something different from Oliva in that V line though as those Maduro's are so damned good.
Not trying to thread jack, just adding another review.
0.0 - 2.0 = poor/inferior quality
2.1 - 2.9 = fair
3.0 - 3.5 = good
3.5 - 4.5 = excellent
4.6 - 5.0 = superior
1) Aesthetics: Beautiful chocolate wrapper hugs this nicely boxed pressed stick. The bands set it off nicely, making this a magnificent presentation. Light veins, but nothing that detracts in anyway.
Score for aesthetics: 5
2) Pre-light Construction: Firm from head to foot, this appears to have flawless construction. After the cut, the draw seems perfect, something that box-pressing a cigar can often constrict.
Score for Pre-light construction: 4.8
3) Post-light Construction/How it smoked: As I thought this draws nicely. The ash is a nice even grey and hangs tenaciously for a good inch +, being coaxed off rather begrudgingly. I had a nice cool smoke down the nub.
Score for post-light construction: 4.9
4) Flavor and strength: Right from the start I got some cocoa and coffee with a bit of spice. Dancing upon my palate was a symphony of flavors, crescendo-ing and softening, highlighting different things as it progressed. While there were other flavors present, I wasn’t smoking this to review it, so I didn’t pay attention to it in that manner as I might have. I was simply impressed that I was enjoying it so much. Oliva Vs are probably my favorite stick, but this was… more… That’s all I can say. It was never harsh or overbearing. I cannot comment on the nic hit, for I am not affected by it. However, the flavors were rich and full.
Score for flavor and strength: 5
5) Aftertaste/Finish: Light cocoa and spice lingered upon my palate for a bit, not heavy or light, just nice.
Score for aftertaste: 4.6
6) Aroma: I loved the room note – dark, sweet, and rich. That is the best way to describe it.
Score for aroma: 4.9
7) General Comments: I got two of these, and while I only smoked one, I know that I need to get some more of them. Too bad that I am not in the position financially to get a box of them or I would. I have had a box or two in my “cart” at a couple retailers, only to walk away because I just shouldn’t. This is a cigar where I believe the price (at $7-$8 a stick) is incredibly fair.
Overall score for the cigar: 4.85
8) Recommendation: This is one of the few cigars that I would label “Highly Recommended,” and I do so without hesitation.
0.0 - 2.0 = poor/inferior quality
2.1 - 2.9 = fair
3.0 - 3.5 = good
3.5 - 4.5 = excellent
4.6 - 5.0 = superior
1) Aesthetics: Beautiful chocolate wrapper hugs this nicely boxed pressed stick. The bands set it off nicely, making this a magnificent presentation. Light veins, but nothing that detracts in anyway.
Score for aesthetics: 5
2) Pre-light Construction: Firm from head to foot, this appears to have flawless construction. After the cut, the draw seems perfect, something that box-pressing a cigar can often constrict.
Score for Pre-light construction: 4.8
3) Post-light Construction/How it smoked: As I thought this draws nicely. The ash is a nice even grey and hangs tenaciously for a good inch +, being coaxed off rather begrudgingly. I had a nice cool smoke down the nub.
Score for post-light construction: 4.9
4) Flavor and strength: Right from the start I got some cocoa and coffee with a bit of spice. Dancing upon my palate was a symphony of flavors, crescendo-ing and softening, highlighting different things as it progressed. While there were other flavors present, I wasn’t smoking this to review it, so I didn’t pay attention to it in that manner as I might have. I was simply impressed that I was enjoying it so much. Oliva Vs are probably my favorite stick, but this was… more… That’s all I can say. It was never harsh or overbearing. I cannot comment on the nic hit, for I am not affected by it. However, the flavors were rich and full.
Score for flavor and strength: 5
5) Aftertaste/Finish: Light cocoa and spice lingered upon my palate for a bit, not heavy or light, just nice.
Score for aftertaste: 4.6
6) Aroma: I loved the room note – dark, sweet, and rich. That is the best way to describe it.
Score for aroma: 4.9
7) General Comments: I got two of these, and while I only smoked one, I know that I need to get some more of them. Too bad that I am not in the position financially to get a box of them or I would. I have had a box or two in my “cart” at a couple retailers, only to walk away because I just shouldn’t. This is a cigar where I believe the price (at $7-$8 a stick) is incredibly fair.
Overall score for the cigar: 4.85
8) Recommendation: This is one of the few cigars that I would label “Highly Recommended,” and I do so without hesitation.
If you do buy a box, buy from Atlantic, $56 Direct price
Do you have a link for that price? I see them for $67 a box.If you do buy a box, buy from Atlantic, $56 Direct price
I use the link here at botl and login. Maybe the price has gone up? I don't know. The last time I bought them they were $56.Do you have a link for that price? I see them for $67 a box.If you do buy a box, buy from Atlantic, $56 Direct price