Popular Post Philc2001 Posted June 4, 2018 Popular Post Share Posted June 4, 2018 I've had a couple of very busy weeks, with little leisure time lately, so I was due for a nice relaxing smoke. I reached into the humi for one of my favorites, a 2007 Monte No. 1 I acquired in a trade. Well, it turned out to be hard as a tent peg the entire length, and it was very, very tight. I struggled through it, but couldn't make much of it. That really bummed me out. Well, today I had to atone for yesterday's disappointment, so I went to a sure and reliable Montecristo No. 1 with code BUM JUL 15, sourced from our host. This code has been remarkably consistent, not a bad one yet. It felt firm, but not rock solid, and the reddish Colorado wrapper looks incredibly promising. I took the cigar out, a bottle of Hoegaarden, and grabbed my new camera to take some practice shots. Draw was perfect, just a tad of resistance. Cold aroma had hints of wood and barnyard, terrific. The magic started as soon as the torch heated the foot and I was off on my journey, this is exactly what I was craving. It started light and aromatic, with a woody, earthy aroma that is so characteristic of this vitola. First Third Deliciously balanced mix of mild coffee, a tinge of coca, nuts roasting on a fire, and a faint hint of citrus. The burn was flawless, the ash was white and solid. Bliss was settling on my patio. I read a few hints and tips about my new Canon G7X II camera and setup the WiFi bridge so I could transfer photos to my Google Drive and my phone. That is handy. As the first third evolved, refined quality and balance just stood out. I could taste some hints of vanilla in the intake, and I found myself titling my head forward to catch the smoke trail rising from the coal and inhaling it. There is a sweet and delightful aroma from this Monte, it reminds me off rich oak timber burning in a fireplace after a fresh snowfall. Intoxicating. Second Third Body evolved to a mild/medium and the flavor intensified. There is a lovely blend of coffee and cocoa present, vanilla too, but another refined earthy element seems to be wafting in, perhaps a touch of mild spice; paprika? Refined, balanced, smooth, creamy... a perfect melange of flavors, yet never overpowering, no acidic reactions or hot spots on the tongue, just incredible smoothness. The ash just hung on forever. Last Third Surprising how quickly I got to this stage. I wasn't smoking fast, but I was enjoying the taste and the moment so much my mind must have escaped reality for a time. Shifting focus back to the review I noted that the last third was much like the second, as near perfect as I could hope for. Coffee slightly amped up, with whipped cream and a dusting of cocoa. What I sensed earlier as paprika has now turned to nutmeg. What a wonderful experience. I am savoring every moment of this near perfect cigar. Final Thoughts We all have our favorite flavor profiles, the certain blend that seems to have been made just for you, and when you find it you better stock up, and even though I bought a couple of boxes I regret not having more of these beauties. There is not a single fault I could find with this cigar, it was delightful from start to finish, pure cream and bliss. I rate this a 9.8 on my personal scale, a truly memorable cigar you want to smoke over and over again. 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dicko Posted June 4, 2018 Share Posted June 4, 2018 Sounds delicious broSent from my SM-N910G using Tapatalk 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Philc2001 Posted June 4, 2018 Author Share Posted June 4, 2018 43 minutes ago, dicko said: Sounds delicious bro Sent from my SM-N910G using Tapatalk Indeed! It made my weekend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
westg Posted June 4, 2018 Share Posted June 4, 2018 Great review...with great pics.. Cheers 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joeypots Posted June 4, 2018 Share Posted June 4, 2018 Well done. Glad to hear these are as good as our host says they are. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phillys Posted June 4, 2018 Share Posted June 4, 2018 Great review, the Monte 1 has become one of my favourite cigar lately. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bearclaw Posted June 6, 2018 Share Posted June 6, 2018 Well written, great photos. Thanks for sharing the review! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KavalanWhisky Posted June 7, 2018 Share Posted June 7, 2018 Great review, I've recently picked up a box of Monte 1's 2008 and just giving them some time to rest in the humidor before trying. You're getting me worried but also excited, hoping these have a decent draw and not totally plugged! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheMonk Posted June 7, 2018 Share Posted June 7, 2018 Very nice job! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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