Strada Posted March 18, 2015 Share Posted March 18, 2015 You can read the full review I wrote here on my blog. Enjoy At cold, the Bolivar Super corona has that barn smell a lot of fresh cigars have. As weird as this might sound, this smell is quite attractive to any aficionado as it can make the mind travel all the way to a curing barn in Pinar Del Rio, Cuba. The construction is even and there arent any soft or hard spots. Visually, this doesnt have the prettiest wrapper. I find this tends to happen more frequently with the limited editions as the have a thicker and darker wrapper. When cut, this cigar gave me a perfect draw with just enough resistance to prevent smoking it too fast. I can taste some sweet tobacco, again a sign of good quality fresh tobacco. 1st third: This cigar doesnt play around and goes straight to the point with a nice amount of power. I place this as a medium-full bodied Bolivar. You can feel the finish lingering and it is quite pleasant. Flavour wise, in this first third I get toasted tobacco, some sweet and stewed fruits notes as well. I cant help but to make a parallel with the 2011 limited edition from Ramon Allones, the beautifully packaged Allones Extra. They both have similar power and flavour combo. 2nd third: The Bolivar Super Corona has not showed much evolution from the previous third but it has been giving me good consistent flavours. The burn itself is pretty good besides a couple of touch ups that were required. I got more of the toasted tobacco than the stewed fruits from the beginning. The size feels pretty good and just like the now defunct Bolivar Corona Extras. 3rd third: Ok, now we are getting into some serious Bolivar territory. The body has picked up and it really full now. Good strong tobacco, some leather and spices in this as well. The Bolivar Super Corona shows signs of aging potential; they will smooth out some of the power and become quite nice. I suspect these will be good after about 3-5 years of nap time. I doubt these will ever become classics or sought after like the Cohiba/Montecristo Sublimes but they offer an honest experience. Also, the presentation in the natural wood with papeletas on the side is well done. The release is well done in size and in presentation! Cheers! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Puros Y Vino Posted March 18, 2015 Share Posted March 18, 2015 Great review Simon. Similar to the RAE then? Not a fan of that cigar. Still, I'll try one of these when I can just too see for myself. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Strada Posted March 18, 2015 Author Share Posted March 18, 2015 Great review Simon. Similar to the RAE then? Not a fan of that cigar. Still, I'll try one of these when I can just too see for myself. I wasn't and still not a fan of the RAE. This was a much better cigar imo Frank! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hash Posted March 18, 2015 Share Posted March 18, 2015 I was reluctant to try out this cigar , but now that i read your review , i will certainly try it. Thank you for a good review. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CoCigarSmoker Posted March 18, 2015 Share Posted March 18, 2015 Great review thanks! Seth 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tmac77 Posted March 18, 2015 Share Posted March 18, 2015 Nice review Simon. I have tried a few of these now and have to say that, for my palate, the Bolivar SC's are far superior to the RAE's. A very good cigar in a great size. Will be even better in a few years. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Habana Mike Posted March 18, 2015 Share Posted March 18, 2015 Nice review! Fantastic cigar to me. Best of 2015 so far. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PuroDan Posted March 18, 2015 Share Posted March 18, 2015 Great review. Smoked one last night. Outstanding flavor. Last third was best third 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ToothlessCog Posted March 19, 2015 Share Posted March 19, 2015 Thanks for the review. Glad to see some positive comments too. Can't wait to try one. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnS Posted March 19, 2015 Share Posted March 19, 2015 Yes, great review Simon! Can the topic be changed to 2014 EL Review? Speaking of Bolivar Corona Extras (as mentioned in the review)...they must have been great! http://www.friendsofhabanos.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=111478 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Strada Posted March 19, 2015 Author Share Posted March 19, 2015 Yes, great review Simon! Can the topic be changed to 2014 EL Review? Speaking of Bolivar Corona Extras (as mentioned in the review)...they must have been great! http://www.friendsofhabanos.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=111478 No no it is a 2104 released called Edicion Futuro.... LOL Good call John thanks for letting me know. Fixed! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnS Posted March 19, 2015 Share Posted March 19, 2015 No no it is a 2104 released called Edicion Futuro.... LOL Good call John thanks for letting me know. FIxed! No worries, Simon. Congratulations on a thorough and informative review. It's much appreciated! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quint Posted March 21, 2015 Share Posted March 21, 2015 Great review, looks like you have a nice smoking room to kick back in. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Strada Posted March 21, 2015 Author Share Posted March 21, 2015 Great review, looks like you have a nice smoking room to kick back in. Indeed, I enjoy my little spot Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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