Ferrero Posted February 1, 2016 Posted February 1, 2016 Hi All, Here's a review for you to watch and kill some time before 24:24 starts today. Big thanks to Leif for supplying these smokes. Enjoy! 2
NapaNolan Posted February 1, 2016 Posted February 1, 2016 Love a Lonsdale, would love to give one of these a go. Thanks for another great video review.
El Presidente Posted February 2, 2016 Posted February 2, 2016 Thanks Greg ...and thanks to Leif for the cigars!
DoubleDD Posted February 2, 2016 Posted February 2, 2016 I agree with you, these need time. I've had several and haven't been wowed but the core is there for a long run.
sikfrayme Posted February 2, 2016 Posted February 2, 2016 I just got a couple boxes after a long delay. Going to fully trust the review. Put them in the back and check on them during the next World Cup. Thanks to Pres got plenty of other treats to enjoy till then and as always thanks for posting a great video review. Okay I might just pull one out to try before stashing them for later ?
BonVivant Posted February 2, 2016 Posted February 2, 2016 A great review of a sub par cigar - Thank you for taking a hit for the team, Gentlemen! 1
Habana Mike Posted February 2, 2016 Posted February 2, 2016 So, potential? Recall the RACF came off with a similar take when first out....
JohnS Posted February 2, 2016 Posted February 2, 2016 I'm curious to know how these compare to the original Ramon Allones 898. Since they were discontinued in 2002, I may be pushing the 'memory banks'!
LGC Posted February 2, 2016 Posted February 2, 2016 Did Ken make mention of under filling or voids? Not something expected in a dalia... especially at this price point...
squizz Posted February 2, 2016 Posted February 2, 2016 What are all those jugs filled with on the ground behind them?
Habana Mike Posted February 2, 2016 Posted February 2, 2016 I didn't catch any mention of construction, draw or burn issues.
LGC Posted February 2, 2016 Posted February 2, 2016 He said something about a hole, tunnel rat up the middle about 2:08
Habana Mike Posted February 2, 2016 Posted February 2, 2016 You're right. Must have missed that first time through.
El Presidente Posted February 2, 2016 Posted February 2, 2016 There was a small tunnel for the first 1/4f inch of Ken's cigar. Underfilling however was not a problem for either cigar.
finecigar Posted February 2, 2016 Posted February 2, 2016 I received a box recently and tasted my first one last week- it was delicious, smooth, and full of complex flavors throughout. Only saw its youth towards the end of the stick. I really enjoy this release 1
Orion21 Posted February 3, 2016 Posted February 3, 2016 I found the review very interesting. It seems Rob was especially hesitant and kind of conflicted with this cigar. The word that jumps out at me is diplomatic. Sure this cigar may be a 94-95 in 5 years or it might be no different. I have Partagas 898 that when smoking for the first time I felt EXACTLY the same way as Rob and Ken feel about this cigar. High 80's, but surely it will be much better in 2-3 years...they weren't. It doesn't really matter with this release though. With all of the hype these are long gone and going for huge premiums and congrats to those who got their hands on them and enjoy them. In response to the RAFC reference above - Rob said 12-18, not 5 years. If you go back and watch the review the RACF was a "wildcat in a cage, that needs to be tamed" and time to come back down to earth, not develop like he's the RA 898 needs to do. A completely different analysis, IMO.
Ferrero Posted February 3, 2016 Author Posted February 3, 2016 No outtakes? Thats my favorite part! Sorry mate, the boys didn't give me anything extra this week. Let's be honest though, most of what you see is outtakes 3
Fugu Posted February 4, 2016 Posted February 4, 2016 I received a box recently and tasted my first one last week- it was delicious, smooth, and full of complex flavors throughout. Only saw its youth towards the end of the stick. I really enjoy this release Absolutely reflects my experience with this cigar. Smoked five so far from three different boxes (and seen more). Construction, wrappers, draw and burn always absolutely flawless! We may debate on tobacco quality and ligada, but construction of these is top notch without any question. While people say, these "need" age, I found all five to be 'good' to 'excellent' and to be fully enjoyed already at this stage. Yes, clear signs of youth, sure, but yet enjoyable and as finecigar says, even delicious (needs a careful smoking technique for that right now). While tastes are personal, still sometimes it seems to me people feel the need to bash certain releases just because they are 'hyped' or/and not easy to come by. Not the fault of the cigar.... - Just my 2cts, sorry couldn't hold back. EDIT: Thanks for the great review gents! 2
RijkdeGooier Posted February 5, 2016 Posted February 5, 2016 Thanks for the review on this stick guys. Smoked from about 6 different boxes myself by now and they are already very nice cigars. A little peppery but otherwise great with coffee, nutty and cacao accents. Not like the regular mongrel production though.
AlohaStyle Posted February 5, 2016 Posted February 5, 2016 I've only smoked a couple on release and really liked them, but thought there was a ton of potential with age. I need to revisit soon to see what I think now...
Boosted Posted February 8, 2016 Posted February 8, 2016 Thanks for the review guys. Great job, Greg! I have really liked the RA 898. I need to sample more from my box, but the first one was excellent.
Ken Gargett Posted February 8, 2016 Posted February 8, 2016 Sorry mate, the boys didn't give me anything extra this week. Let's be honest though, most of what you see is outtakes rob's life is an out-take.
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