Viaje Exclusivo Tower Cigars 45th
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Based on Viajes well received Exclusivo blend, this cigar was created by collaboration between Andre and Mark Just (owner, Tower Cigars) to commemorate Towers 45th anniversary. Although Towers true anniversary is not until 2012, the cigars were produced ahead of schedule; so Mark opted to release them early instead of letting them sit for another year. Each year Tower will be releasing an anniversary cigar, although exact blends/vitolas are still up in the air.
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Criollo
Binder: Nicaraguan
Filler: Nicaraguan
Size: 5X52
Production: 100 boxes of 20
Prerelease Purchase Date: April 5th (Contact Tower for more info)
Prelight
Slightly veiny, milk chocolate wrapper. The box press is odd, as it is more rectangular than square. The foot gives off dried fruit, and the cold draw is earthy.
First Third
Initial notes of figs and citrus up front with earth and oak in the background. The burn is off, needing a few touch ups, and the ash is slightly flakey.
Second Third
Burn improved, and the ash became solid. The strength increased, with strong oak up front, and notes of figs and cinnamon stick and earth in the background. The lemon zest finish is long and enjoyable.
Stunning dark grey ash!
Last Third
This has turned from a medium to a strong cigar, packing quite a punch. The upfront flavors are dried fruit, cinnamon and oak, backed up with strong earthy tobacco. Great long lasting finish of lemon zest.
Closing
Although I did enjoy this cigar, I didnt notice the same balance found in the Chiquito or the original (Jar Release) Exclusivo .At times, the subtle notes were overpowered by the strength. Obviously this cigar is still on the young side, and will round out over time. I do know that the Jar Release improved significantly with some age, so I feel that this will be a really nice cigar to let rest.
Thanks so much, Mark!
(Skip the first paragraph to get straight to the review)
Based on Viajes well received Exclusivo blend, this cigar was created by collaboration between Andre and Mark Just (owner, Tower Cigars) to commemorate Towers 45th anniversary. Although Towers true anniversary is not until 2012, the cigars were produced ahead of schedule; so Mark opted to release them early instead of letting them sit for another year. Each year Tower will be releasing an anniversary cigar, although exact blends/vitolas are still up in the air.
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Criollo
Binder: Nicaraguan
Filler: Nicaraguan
Size: 5X52
Production: 100 boxes of 20
Prerelease Purchase Date: April 5th (Contact Tower for more info)
Prelight
Slightly veiny, milk chocolate wrapper. The box press is odd, as it is more rectangular than square. The foot gives off dried fruit, and the cold draw is earthy.
First Third
Initial notes of figs and citrus up front with earth and oak in the background. The burn is off, needing a few touch ups, and the ash is slightly flakey.
Second Third
Burn improved, and the ash became solid. The strength increased, with strong oak up front, and notes of figs and cinnamon stick and earth in the background. The lemon zest finish is long and enjoyable.
Stunning dark grey ash!
Last Third
This has turned from a medium to a strong cigar, packing quite a punch. The upfront flavors are dried fruit, cinnamon and oak, backed up with strong earthy tobacco. Great long lasting finish of lemon zest.
Closing
Although I did enjoy this cigar, I didnt notice the same balance found in the Chiquito or the original (Jar Release) Exclusivo .At times, the subtle notes were overpowered by the strength. Obviously this cigar is still on the young side, and will round out over time. I do know that the Jar Release improved significantly with some age, so I feel that this will be a really nice cigar to let rest.
Thanks so much, Mark!
