Cohiba Maduro 5 Secretos SUM FEB 17 : ERC

[jmh84]

Cheers! Realized i posted this incorrectly - a byproduct of not posting often I guess; I'll have to fix that going forward...Been a member for a few years but have never posted a review before; this seemed like a great time to start.I have chosen a Cohiba Maduro 5 Secretos for this. It’s only a year old, but it’s still a little chilly in the US Northeast so a petit corona size seemed like a good way to go. I’m pairing it with a Cabernet.

Main pre-light observance, other than the leathery, spicy smell is just how beautiful and well-constructed it is. Even with the smaller size, I expect a Cohiba to “look the part”, and this little guy does.

First third draws excellently, with a mixture of coffee, hay, and a little pepper on the tongue. I almost feel like I should say I detect chocolate right away, but if I do, it’s faint at the start – and likely because I’m looking for it...

As I get into the second third the flavors start to meld nicely. There’s a distinct cedar and spice profile here, and I am definitely starting to get some chocolate. Not just chocolate, but a deep mocha (I again reach for the wine).

The final third continues as the second; more intense, but smooth at the same time. It’s now also letting me know, subtly, that even at this size, it’s still a Cohiba. I can feel it, and it’s still burning beautifully with lots of smoke and great flavor.

All-in-all I have to say it’s a great little flavor bomb, especially if you like a strong/sweet combination that you can get with a Maduro. These should get even better with time in the humidor. I’m now going to chase this little Easter treat with a Godiva dark chocolate truffle and some more wine.  

Happy Easter everyone!

 

 

[TheMonk]

Nicely done!

[NotLawReview]

Nice! What was the smoking time on that stick?

[jmh84]

Nice! What was the smoking time on that stick?

Thanks! Total was 50 minutes. Could have been less, could have nursed it longer.


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[Ceephus Banks]

Thanks for the review. I've got one marinating for a while I can't wait to try myself. Cheers!