alawadi9 Posted February 11, 2014 Share Posted February 11, 2014 Length: 10.2 cm Ring Gauge: 50 Factory Name: Petit Robustos Vitola: Petit Robusto Type: Petit Robusto Presentation: Box of 10 cigars (Only 3,500 Serial Numbered) Release Date: Planned for 2010 but was available end of 2011 As I was debating on what to smoke for my night cap, I wanted something full bodied yet short with familiar taste to end the day but nothing came to mind. So as I was reaching for the Upmann half corona, I knew this wasn't gonna cut it! Then I remembered I have these firecrackers resting in my humidor and it is exactly what I was looking for. If you have smoked these before then you will know whats coming... The Construction - Smooth matte colorado claro wrapper with a couple of tiny veins running through it. This Petit Robusto is not tightly packed but has slight firm resistant body with an almost evenly constructed cap. The Draw - Good loose draw with the help of the wide punch. You can pick up the very distinctive earthy scent and a hints of leather. The First Burn - brings in a taste of raw leather with a peppery finish. A mixture of cloves and nutmeg are dominant with a liquorice candy notes as I let the smoke come out of my nose and mouth. Smoke if silky and light, the ash is dark and grey. The Middle Burn - cloves continue to be present and gives that tingling sensation in the back of the mouth, taste of antique wood and spicy raw peppercorns that finishes with a somewhat bitter aftertaste once you let the smoke out. Yet, you can still pick up on that ever so lightly sweet liquorice candy notes as well. The smoke continues to be smooth and ash is holding up pretty good The Final Burn - welcome back the raw leather along with spicy peppercorns and cloves taste. This smoke continues to leave a bitter aftertaste on the tongue probably from the excitement of flavors coming out. I swear its like eating a jalapeno pepper! As the ash continues to hold on strong, I just had to drop it before I get carried away... those who know me, I would totally keep it till its nubbed! but that's not for tonight. Although not much character development towards the end except for the intensification of notes I have mentioned which keeps juggling back and forth. pretty straight forward with its characteristics and full body flavor, this Petit Robusto is a beautiful firecracker to be enjoyed by people who love spice! The Pairing - to properly balance this heap of spicy notes, Nespresso's Rosabaya de Colombia is the way to do it. With intensity level 6, the Rosabaya complements the Petit Robusto profile with its subtle acidity and winey notes. Enjoy! P.S. I hope I dont screw up with the format again 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alawadi9 Posted February 11, 2014 Author Share Posted February 11, 2014 yup i screwed the format up again Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bogglor Posted February 11, 2014 Share Posted February 11, 2014 Formatting is irrelevant; love your reviews. Great photos and attention to detail. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MIKA27 Posted February 12, 2014 Share Posted February 12, 2014 Really nice review and pictures - Thank you for sharing. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Profmd Posted February 12, 2014 Share Posted February 12, 2014 Another great review. Love the pics and format you use! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stevieboy Posted February 12, 2014 Share Posted February 12, 2014 I'm off to France in May but I don't suppose these will still be knocking about... fingers crossed PS great review 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sharks Posted February 12, 2014 Share Posted February 12, 2014 Great Review well done! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
backslide Posted February 12, 2014 Share Posted February 12, 2014 Length: 10.2 cm Ring Gauge: 50 Factory Name: Petit Robustos Vitola: Petit Robusto Type: Petit Robusto Presentation: Box of 10 cigars (Only 3,500 Serial Numbered) Release Date: Planned for 2010 but was available end of 2011 As I was debating on what to smoke for my night cap, I wanted something full bodied yet short with familiar taste to end the day but nothing came to mind. So as I was reaching for the Upmann half corona, I knew this wasn't gonna cut it! Then I remembered I have these firecrackers resting in my humidor and it is exactly what I was looking for. If you have smoked these before then you will know whats coming... The Construction - Smooth matte colorado claro wrapper with a couple of tiny veins running through it. This Petit Robusto is not tightly packed but has slight firm resistant body with an almost evenly constructed cap. The Draw - Good loose draw with the help of the wide punch. You can pick up the very distinctive earthy scent and a hints of leather. The First Burn - brings in a taste of raw leather with a peppery finish. A mixture of cloves and nutmeg are dominant with a liquorice candy notes as I let the smoke come out of my nose and mouth. Smoke if silky and light, the ash is dark and grey. The Middle Burn - cloves continue to be present and gives that tingling sensation in the back of the mouth, taste of antique wood and spicy raw peppercorns that finishes with a somewhat bitter aftertaste once you let the smoke out. Yet, you can still pick up on that ever so lightly sweet liquorice candy notes as well. The smoke continues to be smooth and ash is holding up pretty good The Final Burn - welcome back the raw leather along with spicy peppercorns and cloves taste. This smoke continues to leave a bitter aftertaste on the tongue probably from the excitement of flavors coming out. I swear its like eating a jalapeno pepper! As the ash continues to hold on strong, I just had to drop it before I get carried away... those who know me, I would totally keep it till its nubbed! but that's not for tonight. Although not much character development towards the end except for the intensification of notes I have mentioned which keeps juggling back and forth. pretty straight forward with its characteristics and full body flavor, this Petit Robusto is a beautiful firecracker to be enjoyed by people who love spice! The Pairing - to properly balance this heap of spicy notes, Nespresso's Rosabaya de Colombia is the way to do it. With intensity level 6, the Rosabaya complements the Petit Robusto profile with its subtle acidity and winey notes. Enjoy! P.S. I hope I dont screw up with the format again I'm off to France in May but I don't suppose these will still be knocking about... fingers crossedPS great review I'll be in Paris the 2nd week of May. What dates will you be in France? Sent from my Nexus 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fingerburner Posted February 12, 2014 Share Posted February 12, 2014 Nice review and pictures. Thanks for taking the time. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hafner32 Posted February 12, 2014 Share Posted February 12, 2014 Great review, thanks! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stevieboy Posted February 12, 2014 Share Posted February 12, 2014 I'll be in Paris the 2nd week of May. What dates will you be in France? Sent from my Nexus 4 Paris at the end of May for my wife wife's 40th. I was so glad when she chose Paris as the destination what with the new Juan Lopez and QdOs being released 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr.T Posted February 12, 2014 Share Posted February 12, 2014 Very nice review and pictures! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laxman Posted February 13, 2014 Share Posted February 13, 2014 Great review and pictures well done! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Professor Twain Posted February 14, 2014 Share Posted February 14, 2014 Great review and pics my friend 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jtvrtas Posted February 14, 2014 Share Posted February 14, 2014 Excellent review! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
finecigar Posted February 14, 2014 Share Posted February 14, 2014 Great review! Thanks.. Had never heard of this one 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alawadi9 Posted February 15, 2014 Author Share Posted February 15, 2014 Thanks you guys! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scottdurand Posted March 1, 2014 Share Posted March 1, 2014 I have two left and they just keep getting better. Sent from Tapatalk on my Samsung S4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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