Vegas Robaina Maestro RE Espana 2007 & Punch Gran Robusto RE Espana 2009

[DanLAXX1]

Hey guys, I have a question about two RE's from Spain. I'm thinking of buying a box of Vegas Robaina Maestro (an RE from Spain in 2007) and a box of Punch Gran Robusto (another RE from Spain in 2009). I've seen a few reviews of the Maestro from a few years ago; they seemed to have gotten rave reviews. I haven't seen a more recent one and am wondering if they're worthy of a box purchase? I'm also interested in the Gran Robusto but I can't seem to find any reviews on it. Can anyone give some insight on either one? Any help is appreciated. Thanks!

Dan

 

[cvm4]

On rarity alone, I'd say go for the Maestros. Fair warning I have no personal experience with them. But, that's typically what happens with these RE's. They come on the scene, get yay or nay reviews and then rarily to be heard of again after the 3-5 year mark. As long as the province checks out then you're good. I have no opinion on the Punch.

 

[maverickdrinker]

I reviewed a VR maestros this past June. My blog is in my signature line.

Hope it helps

 

[Nacho Daddy]

I love the VR marca,have tried some of the Regionals,typical profile.
Have tried Punch,after '06, a big disappointment.They changed the blend,yadda yadda.If the regionals are like the standard production,big disappointment.
If you like the Punch marca,get them.

maverick drinker wrote; "Received this from a great BOTL at the Toronto Herf. I really enjoy the Ramon Allones marca and I find the Edicion Regionals to be very consistent and true to the flavour profile of regular production."

So that's two peoples' opinions...........

 

[PartagasIV]

Easy yes to Maestro, no to Punch.