kuma Posted January 23, 2016 Share Posted January 23, 2016 To whom these smokes (RG Perlas) did not smoke as one may have thought before purchasing I agree that they were harsh and full bodied. Not at all smooth for my tastes. Bought TWO boxes thinking the first box was a fluke (not a fish) and either smoked some of the first box (kept tiring) and gave the remaining cigars to my friends when they put the beg on me. Again thought I should give them a another chance but alas they were no different then the first box. Mind you they had a year or two to settle (aged) down but same thing. Gave 90% of them away to cousins / friends and also hippsters at my local bar who smoke cigars as if they were smoking cigarettes tapping them, smoking at sonic speed, record time 5 minutes then looking for more you know the types. So it does not look as if I will revisit this one anytime soon. To many standard, proven smokes (CC's) out there to be smoked and enjoyed. GOOD LUCK TO ONE AND ALL! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phillys Posted January 23, 2016 Share Posted January 23, 2016 I have one left somewhere, I have been thinking of stocking up. Also thoroughly enjoy the Perlas. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TonyAccardo Posted January 23, 2016 Share Posted January 23, 2016 Good one. Confusing humidity decrease with maturation has nothing to to with experience — it's (a lack of) basic knowledge. Please explain us how dryboxing helps the degradation of tannins… It doesn't. I think you know what they're getting at when they say dry boxing helps the cigar smoke better. As you already know, as tobacco ages, it becomes less hygroscopic, and in this way, dry boxing helps the cigar smoke better and is less harsh and bitter caused by the steam. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nrengle Posted January 23, 2016 Share Posted January 23, 2016 I've never had the PC from them but had the Petit Piramides German release and it was excellent. I'd love to find more of those if I could only 5 left. How do th PC compare to those of you that have had both? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fabes Posted January 23, 2016 Share Posted January 23, 2016 I've never had the PC from them but had the Petit Piramides German release and it was excellent. I'd love to find more of those if I could only 5 left. How do th PC compare to those of you that have had both?I really like the RE you are talking about. I think they are excellent. I also really like the PC. I very much prefer the PC vitola over any size piramide, that and for about the same price you get a 25ct box instead of 10. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vortigan Posted January 23, 2016 Share Posted January 23, 2016 Love them,perfect for a lazy Sunday morning smoke.Creamy vanilla,mild spice (cinnamon maybe) and a touch of caramel on the finish.Sitting on a box of '09's at the moment,really ought to get into them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heminway186 Posted January 23, 2016 Share Posted January 23, 2016 Smoked one two days ago - got the seasalt and cocoa profile not unlike a sancho panza belicoso. Simply delicious 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heminway186 Posted January 23, 2016 Share Posted January 23, 2016 Off the top of my head - burnt/sugared almonds, milk coffee, toast, not as creamy as Corona Extra but still plenty, floral overtones, touch of forest soil when young. LOVE THEM!!! Cheers, Alex I would agree with the coffee notes for sure - they are tasty cigars and I like the understated band Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnS Posted January 23, 2016 Share Posted January 23, 2016 The Rafael Gonzalez Petit Corona ..........I don't think it even appears on a radar Came across some fantastic boxes this week and it dawned on me that I would have had no more than two this past year. I am not sure why as I have always enjoyed them. So I have made it my cigar of the weekend (have taken three). So you've found some boxes to put up on an upcoming 24:24? Sounds exciting! Let us know how those RGPC's smoked this weekend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rushman Posted January 27, 2016 Share Posted January 27, 2016 A sleeper. I still have more than half a box of aged RGPC. I think 2001 or so. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cfc1016 Posted May 12, 2018 Share Posted May 12, 2018 RG perlas was my first box purchase upon reentering the hobby last year. I was quite pleased to say the least. I’ve got an OR 2011 in my humidor, thanks to @awkwardPause I’m thinking of lighting it up tonight to enjoy this perfect weather (a rare occurrence in DC). He’s described it as the best cigar he’s had this year. I’m certain to enjoy it - all the moreso for it being a heartfelt gift from a friend!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NSXCIGAR Posted May 12, 2018 Share Posted May 12, 2018 5 hours ago, cfc1016 said: RG perlas was my first box purchase upon reentering the hobby last year. I was quite pleased to say the least. Been very happy with RG Perlas, especially the 14s which are better than the 12s I've had IMO. Much happier with them than with the RGPCs I've had. I think the RGP are right on par with Monte 5 and are 30-40% cheaper. Along with the PLP, possibly the best value in CCs today. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
99call Posted May 12, 2018 Share Posted May 12, 2018 SOM JUN 16 are fabulous. I've become obsessed with these of late. I think they might become the Dip 4 of the future (if they ever get deleted). Heavily packed, yet perfect draw, Potent lush aroma, crammed with favour. slow complex smoke, ageing potential through the roof. These are stellar, really loving them, and currently stockpiling. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buck14 Posted May 12, 2018 Share Posted May 12, 2018 RG Petit Coronas & Perlas are absolutely outstanding. Get no respect at all and that’s the way i like it - more for me! The Panetelas Extra are even pretty damned solid. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cfc1016 Posted May 12, 2018 Share Posted May 12, 2018 Girlfriend couldn’t make it. Ended up smoking a wholly disappointing dip 2 instead. First sub-good cigar I’ve smoked since getting back into the hobby. Really, really boring. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smallclub Posted May 12, 2018 Share Posted May 12, 2018 10 hours ago, NSXCIGAR said: Been very happy with RG Perlas, especially the 14s which are better than the 12s I've had IMO. Much happier with them than with the RGPCs I've had. I think the RGP are right on par with Monte 5 and are 30-40% cheaper. Along with the PLP, possibly the best value in CCs today. My experience is similar. I've never had a bad Perla, and the 2015 I have are excellent; nice wrappers, perfect construction, full rounded flavours, each time I smoke one I smile stupidly as I remember how little money I spent on this delight… Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SCgarman Posted May 12, 2018 Share Posted May 12, 2018 10 hours ago, 99call said: SOM JUN 16 are fabulous. I've become obsessed with these of late. I think they might become the Dip 4 of the future (if they ever get deleted). Heavily packed, yet perfect draw, Potent lush aroma, crammed with favour. slow complex smoke, ageing potential through the roof. These are stellar, really loving them, and currently stockpiling. Perlas or PC's? I find the RG PC to be a very good cigar ,albeit a bit on the lighter flavored side. Still a value priced PC. I would love to try a Dip4, does anyone still have a good amount of them and be willing to trade one for a few sticks of mine? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
99call Posted May 12, 2018 Share Posted May 12, 2018 Just now, NYgarman said: Perlas or PC's? I find the RG PC to be a very good cigar ,albeit a bit on the lighter flavored side. Still a value priced PC. I would love to try a Dip4, does anyone still have a good amount of them and be willing to trade one for a few sticks of mine? Pc's. I have a box of Dip 3's and 4's but sadly want to hold on to them sorry. They are lovely, but no more so than current RGPCs. I'm sure someone in the trade room will sort you out with a swap out. Best of luck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SCgarman Posted May 12, 2018 Share Posted May 12, 2018 4 minutes ago, 99call said: Pc's. I have a box of Dip 3's and 4's but sadly want to hold on to them sorry. They are lovely, but no more so than current RGPCs. I'm sure someone in the trade room will sort you out with a swap out. Best of luck Totally understandable. Do the Dip4 share any flavor notes with the RG PC? I was gifted a Dip3 once, had no idea how much age on it nor the year but it had a distinctive oriental spice note to it that I had not really ever tasted before. Unique to say the least. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
99call Posted May 12, 2018 Share Posted May 12, 2018 Just now, NYgarman said: Totally understandable. Do the Dip4 share any flavor notes with the RG PC? I was gifted a Dip3 once, had no idea how much age on it nor the year but it had a distinctive oriental spice note to it that I had not really ever tasted before. Unique to say the least. Old dips that I've had, have got a weird mix of German gingerbread and a flavour that remenisent of rich beeswax furniture polish. Sounds terrible. But a very nice smoke. RGpc and Dip both have sweet baking spice in common. But to me RGpc have a bit of savoury Sancho in them as well. A lovely blend Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SCgarman Posted May 12, 2018 Share Posted May 12, 2018 24 minutes ago, 99call said: Old dips that I've had, have got a weird mix of German gingerbread and a flavour that remenisent of rich beeswax furniture polish. Sounds terrible. But a very nice smoke. RGpc and Dip both have sweet baking spice in common. But to me RGpc have a bit of savoury Sancho in them as well. A lovely blend I find the RG PC to be a toned down Monte4 with a bit more floral and less roasted coffee punch. Needless to say that Dip 3 was unique and I haven't tasted those flavor notes since in any cigar! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fugu Posted May 12, 2018 Share Posted May 12, 2018 5 hours ago, Buck14 said: RG Petit Coronas & Perlas are absolutely outstanding. Get no respect at all and that’s the way i like it - more for me! Dangerous, counteractive mindset, mate (while it's clear what you mean ). Advertise them wherever you can, before they get the axe!! The PC is what I call a serious cigar. Good tobacco, solid blending, no chichi, excellent value - and despite this two-year old thread (haha) still under the radar. Everybody should give them a try, and this holds in particular for those folks who bought the 88: Shame on you should you haven't tried a RGPC as yet! 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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