El Presidente Posted October 21, 2013 Posted October 21, 2013 Would love to hear your opinion of these. For those of you who have tried them, please post on this thread. I will throw in my 2 cents worth during the day. USD $225 AUD $365 5 Pack Sampler: $125 USD $182.50 AUD * No other discounts apply Please contact Diana directly as stock is extremely limited. From HSA Hoyo de Monterrey "Grand Epicure" (ring gauge 55 x 130 mm in length) is a vitola specially selected for this Edición Limitada, 2013. These 10 Habanos are produced "Totalmente a Mano" -Totally handmade- after an exquisite selection of wrapper, filler and binder leaves coming from the Vuelta Abajo* (D.O.P) plantations and aged at least 2 years
Strada Posted October 22, 2013 Posted October 22, 2013 The one I had reminded me of a creamier Genios. Great construction, good flavors and nicotine! I think these will mature pretty fast. I am looking forward to pick up a ten count box in Havana to put to sleep for a bit. my 2 cents
El Presidente Posted October 22, 2013 Author Posted October 22, 2013 The one I had reminded me of a creamier Genios. Great construction, good flavors and nicotine! I think these will mature pretty fast. I amlooking forward to pick up a ten count box in Havana to put to sleep for a bit. my 2 cents My take exactly Simon. They appear to be crackers. I won't have my next until Christmas but am looking forward to it.
Lotusguy Posted October 22, 2013 Posted October 22, 2013 Mine was horrible - underfilled in combination with a fireproof wrapper. The one my friend smoked from the same box at the same time had the exact same problems.
Bahnofstrasse Posted October 22, 2013 Posted October 22, 2013 Mine were under filled as well and burned hot with minimal flavor. Not a big fan of 55 ring gauge. Reminded me of the recent LCDH release HdM Epicure de Luxe
MIKA27 Posted October 22, 2013 Posted October 22, 2013 Any chance of singles on these Rob? (Like a 5 count minimum) Worth asking.
nick17 Posted October 23, 2013 Posted October 23, 2013 I need to try one before i pull the trigger on a box but they look good
El Presidente Posted October 23, 2013 Author Posted October 23, 2013 Any chance of singles on these Rob? (Like a 5 count minimum) Worth asking. Done mate
jazzbass Posted October 24, 2013 Posted October 24, 2013 I found the cigar to be creamy, sweet and full of chocolate notes. Beautifully constructed and an incredible draw for a cigar rolled as tight as it was. If I were to have any complaints I'd say that it was still a bit young with flavors that were still trying to jump out, maybe a bit muddled. I have a few that will rest for a year or so, I'm sure they'll perform like champs after some aging.
LLC Posted October 26, 2013 Posted October 26, 2013 These are a very creamy, classy cigar. X2. Had my first one today and was impressed.
Hash Posted October 26, 2013 Posted October 26, 2013 They look tempting.Do they have the same profile of the Churchill or the Double corona from same brand?
Drguano Posted January 30, 2014 Posted January 30, 2014 It got up to -1C so I smoked my Grand Epicure from the Xmas sampler. Very tasty after a harsh start. Bakers chocolate and cream. Good draw and burn. Lots of smoke. I am down for more when they are available.
spirit Posted March 9, 2015 Posted March 9, 2015 Apologies for raking up an old thead. Been searching the forums for some views on the Grand Epicure... How are they smoking now, some 18 months on from when they first landed? Would be good to get members views on them. Cheers Will
ThuringiaSmoker Posted March 9, 2015 Posted March 9, 2015 A friend of mine from Germany smoked like two boxes in the last month and was always very pleased. But I have to say he is kind of a Hoyo-fanatic. But still he liked them very much. 1
alpyigit Posted March 9, 2015 Posted March 9, 2015 I bought a total of 5 boxes, in other words, every box came to my sight! Have smoked 1 and change of these and trying to keep my hands off not to deplete the inventory further. Maybe would be stating the obvious - I am a big fan. I would also second the view that Epicure De Luxe would be a good alternative, also being much cheaper..
Foz Posted March 9, 2015 Posted March 9, 2015 I bought a total of 5 boxes, in other words, every box came to my sight! Have smoked 1 and change of these and trying to keep my hands off not to deplete the inventory further. Maybe would be stating the obvious - I am a big fan. I would also second the view that Epicure De Luxe would be a good alternative, also being much cheaper.. Nice haul there, I wasn't initially impressed with the Grand Epi, but I had one quite recently after a lengthy rest in the humidor and really really enjoyed it. Had a really creamy chocolate note that lasted throughout, I'm quite glad I grabbed a couple of boxes.
Firebender Posted March 9, 2015 Posted March 9, 2015 Had OR release box but didn't like the draw from 55RG Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
spirit Posted March 9, 2015 Posted March 9, 2015 I would also second the view that Epicure De Luxe would be a good alternative, also being much cheaper.. Nice one, thanks for the input. Before splashing out I will crack the box of Epi de Luxe I have had sleeping for a while and see what I make of how they are gettting along...
subiemech Posted March 10, 2015 Posted March 10, 2015 Prez once had a great sale on them, sure would like to see it repeated!
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