Absolutely splendid read and teaser for what's to come Rip, love the experience you relayed to us and really made me feel like I personally was reviewing this cigar! Smoking my first FdLA as I read this and its one of my top 3 Pepin's to date and can only imagine what he 10th will bring when it's released! Keep reviewing and sharing, yi have a real talent for it
Thanks Brett...I also enjoy your well structured reviews. I agree with you FDLA offers great value with the price. I smoked almost a box and I am getting attached with it. However, the initial spiciness still bother me a little. You are right, most probably FDLA is top 5 Pepin's blends along with 10th Anniversary, Blue label, El Centanerio, My Father LE 2010 and My Father Le Bijou 1922.
90+ Irishman:
Absolutely splendid read and teaser for what's to come Rip, love the experience you relayed to us and really made me feel like I personally was reviewing this cigar! Smoking my first FdLA as I read this and its one of my top 3 Pepin's to date and can only imagine what he 10th will bring when it's released! Keep reviewing and sharing, yi have a real talent for it
Thanks for your kind words Mike. IMO, 10th Anniversary is Pepin's best blend so far. I really like the reduced strength and spiciness with robust flavors, aroma with long finish.
musicman3:
Thanks for the review sir. This review has me excited to try this cigar. As a DPG fan I can't wait!!
Thanks Brett...I also enjoy your well structured reviews. I agree with you FDLA offers great value with the price. I smoked almost a box and I am getting attached with it. However, the initial spiciness still bother me a little. You are right, most probably FDLA is top 5 Pepin's blends along with 10th Anniversary, Blue label, El Centanerio, My Father LE 2010 and My Father Le Bijou 1922.
90+ Irishman:
Absolutely splendid read and teaser for what's to come Rip, love the experience you relayed to us and really made me feel like I personally was reviewing this cigar! Smoking my first FdLA as I read this and its one of my top 3 Pepin's to date and can only imagine what he 10th will bring when it's released! Keep reviewing and sharing, yi have a real talent for it
Thanks Rip, very very kind of you to say and I agree 100% with your take in his top five cigars as well! Can't wait to see if that spicy red pepper blast calms down after some rest or age, will let you know what I find later on if it changes for me. Thanks again and keep em coming!
rza, I just had to comment and say I've been scrolling through your thread. I don't know what I'm most jealous of ... your cigar collection, ashtray collections or statues. Damn dude, just damn
Thanks for your kind word Curt. This is going to be very limited so grab as much as you can. I was not a huge Pepin fan but this cigar along with Blue label, La flor de Antillas, El Centanerio, Le Bijo and My Father LE 2010 really captured my attention about his blends.
curtpick:
Great Read ! Wonderful Review. Will certainly look for these !
rza, I just had to comment and say I've been scrolling through your thread. I don't know what I'm most jealous of ... your cigar collection, ashtray collections or statues. Damn dude, just damn
Don't forget Plasencia either. The stuff he is doing with Manolo is excellent. Domus Magnus, Ezra Zion, and Regius are all fantastic smokes. I have a feeling those two will be pushing the envelop here soon. I wouldn't be surprised if Plasencia did Curivari Reserva 4000 as well.
Another good read Rip. I have heard of these coming to market later this year and like most of the Pepin stuff. I am just wondering if this is going to be out of the price range and be a once or twice stick.
Hi Bombay, thanks for your kind words. I assume this cigars will be $20/stick because all the Pepin's limited edition cigars are close to $20. I didn't ask Pepin about the price.
Bombay:
Another good read Rip. I have heard of these coming to market later this year and like most of the Pepin stuff. I am just wondering if this is going to be out of the price range and be a once or twice stick.
Just had the Maduro, gotta finish the review tomorrow. My experience was similar, it was simply one of the best finishes I've ever experienced. To me, it embodied what a long finish should be. 100 Anos are always amazing. Great review man.
Thanks Dustin! I agree with your comments on finish. The Maduro you smoked is part of the 2012 release, correct? Can't wait to read your review. have tried the regular 2012 release?
catfishbluezz:
Just had the Maduro, gotta finish the review tomorrow. My experience was similar, it was simply one of the best finishes I've ever experienced. To me, it embodied what a long finish should be. 100 Anos are always amazing. Great review man.
Thanks Dustin! I agree with your comments on finish. The Maduro you smoked is part of the 2012 release, correct? Can't wait to read your review. have tried the regular 2012 release?
catfishbluezz:
Just had the Maduro, gotta finish the review tomorrow. My experience was similar, it was simply one of the best finishes I've ever experienced. To me, it embodied what a long finish should be. 100 Anos are always amazing. Great review man.
the Maduro is very limited from 2012. I honestly wished I knew, I would've bought more. The finish was so log and enjoyable, it set a benchmark for me to judge other cigars from. I've had several 2012 as well, they are excellent cigars IMO and truly special occasion cigars.
Before even reading the review, or the title, I saw the picture and thought, "wow, that looks like a really nice cigar." I know I shouldn't judge a book by its cover, or a cigar by its wrapper and band, but that thing is beautiful. I guess a century is worth celebrating in a classy way. As always, great review, Rip.
Great review rip! This is one of my favorites and wish they were regularly produced!! Even just a small amount every year would keep me happy!! I think la aurora has taken steps in the right direction recently and as for the price tag I think for the most part they are spot on.
Thanks for your kind comments Eric. I believe La Aurora 100 Anos is a perfect release to celebrate 100 Years Anniversary. There is a long interesting history behind development of this blend. I was fascinated to learn how Jose Blanco created this blend with his own words.
Martel:
Before even reading the review, or the title, I saw the picture and thought, "wow, that looks like a really nice cigar." I know I shouldn't judge a book by its cover, or a cigar by its wrapper and band, but that thing is beautiful. I guess a century is worth celebrating in a classy way. As always, great review, Rip.
Thanks Lee. I agree it would be really nice as a regular production. however, the truth is 99% time excellent cigars are limited release. I am trying to secure a box. When I get it, I will share couple with you. Though 100 Anos is their best release but La Aurora Vintage 2003 is also a good alternate.
Lee.mcglynn:
Great review rip! This is one of my favorites and wish they were regularly produced!! Even just a small amount every year would keep me happy!! I think la aurora has taken steps in the right direction recently and as for the price tag I think for the most part they are spot on.
Still waiting for your review bro. I feel like, we have similier taste buds and usually we come close to the end. I know you don't like La Palina and Fuentes but its all good-:)
catfishbluezz:
rzaman:
Thanks Dustin! I agree with your comments on finish. The Maduro you smoked is part of the 2012 release, correct? Can't wait to read your review. have tried the regular 2012 release?
catfishbluezz:
Just had the Maduro, gotta finish the review tomorrow. My experience was similar, it was simply one of the best finishes I've ever experienced. To me, it embodied what a long finish should be. 100 Anos are always amazing. Great review man.
the Maduro is very limited from 2012. I honestly wished I knew, I would've bought more. The finish was so log and enjoyable, it set a benchmark for me to judge other cigars from. I've had several 2012 as well, they are excellent cigars IMO and truly special occasion cigars.
Still waiting for your review bro. I feel like, we have similier taste buds and usually we come close to the end. I know you don't like La Palina and Fuentes but its all good-:)
catfishbluezz:
rzaman:
Thanks Dustin! I agree with your comments on finish. The Maduro you smoked is part of the 2012 release, correct? Can't wait to read your review. have tried the regular 2012 release?
catfishbluezz:
Just had the Maduro, gotta finish the review tomorrow. My experience was similar, it was simply one of the best finishes I've ever experienced. To me, it embodied what a long finish should be. 100 Anos are always amazing. Great review man.
the Maduro is very limited from 2012. I honestly wished I knew, I would've bought more. The finish was so log and enjoyable, it set a benchmark for me to judge other cigars from. I've had several 2012 as well, they are excellent cigars IMO and truly special occasion cigars.
hahaha...yeah I know... It's the Cameroon man... I've never liked anything Cameroon, not sure why. I'm going to review the La Palina classic soon as well. Just had a rough two weeks with family and busy with gigs. I haven't been into reviewing lately, need a good kick in the rear from a new cigar again.
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