Anybody tried the A. Fernandez Signature Series?

betasynn

I actually have a whole mess of them, and haven't tried them all yet. I got the sampler, which has five each of churchill, toro, robusto, and torpedo. They have a great feel, very smooth and lightly oily, and are very well wrapped. Has anybody heard or tried these?

j0z3r

I haven't purchased any to try yet, though I already know I'd like it because I like everything AJ Fernandez that I've tried thus far. Light one up and let us know how it is. And if you're looking to trade some away, let me know.

betasynn

Yeah, I'd be happy to trade you a few, since I'm looking to establish myself and diversify my tastes a little. What do you have in mind?

MaduroScott

j0z3r

betasynn

Sure, that's fine. I am definitely interested in the Aurora Barrel Aged, and just whatever else evens it out for you. Just PM me your mailing details, and I'll get them in the mail around tuesday. What methods do you guys use to pack and ship cigars?

j0z3r

betasynn

Deal all worked out then; I'll ship tomorrow.

gmill880

Don't ya just love when a deal comes together

betasynn

This will actually be my first trade I'm excited about it, going to get these in the mail later today.

betasynn

Okay, here is my review. Remember I'm sort of a noob. Cigar: A. Fernandez Signature Series, Robusto Accompanying Drink: Starbucks Vanilla Frappuccino Pre-Light: Very peppery smell with a hint of leather. The cap tastes A LOT like leather, which made me think it'd be a strong cigar. After cutting the cigar, I took a draw and found that it has a HEAVY pepper flavor, with a spice that sort of tingled on the tongue. 1/3: The first few puffs were loaded with pepper, almost ashy. It cleaned out pretty well after five or so drags, and the cigar balanced out between pepper and leather. The pepper soon goes away and leaves a remarkably smooth leather taste. 2/3: The ash was strong and only broke after I was a third of the way through. There is now a mild pepper undertone with what I initially thought was a bitter coffee flavor but eventually realized as a very faint nutty taste. This nutty flavor started to come out more toward the end, balancing leather and nuts, with very little pepper. 3/3: Very clean, mild taste that had none of the previous pepper taste. It now tastes almost creamy, and has a pleasing medium smoke. The finish was clean, and left your palette clear. Verdict: Great smoke, very well accompanied by coffee. I think it could probably use a little more time in the humidor, as the end might be a little too mellow for some.

betasynn

Feedback? Sorry it's just a wall of text; formatting doesn't stick here.

smbrink

Has anyone else noticed that almost all reviews all say that the cigar being reviewed could use more time in the humi?

betasynn

All I'm saying is, it doesn't taste like the flavor has set in evenly.

j0z3r

smbrink:

Has anyone else noticed that almost all reviews all say that the cigar being reviewed could use more time in the humi?

That's not terribly uncommon for a new release cigar, also it is easier I think to detect unbalance in a cigar's flavor the stronger it is. I think a couple months of rest does some good for any cigar myself, just gives it more time to balance out.

hardbuck

I just tried one of these for the first time the other night and it was fantastic. I smoked the Torp. The only thing I can say is that I'm glad I bought a sampler b/c I have 11 more of these puppies to burn. Mine was in the humi a little over a month. Burn- I've never seen a smoke burn this well. The smoke was hardly noticeable when the cigar was resting but responded well when you pulled on it. Kept it very cool. The ash was white white and even. Actually never seen a cigar burn THAT evenly. Taste-To me this cigar was leathery/earthy with a light light hint of spice. it also got more peppery as it went. Mind you, none of these flavors were strong or overpowering. Just like I like them. Construction/appearance- flawless. Not that this means as much to me as taste/burn but it was a pretty cigar. I highly recommend this smoke to anyone. I will make sure I have plenty in my humi.

cholmes8310

ejenne87

fla-gypsy

As with all AJ sticks, they are very good.

cabinetmaker

Just bought 4 boxes of robustos, about to order 4 more. I might just like them...

Fourtotheflush

cabinetmaker:

Just bought 4 boxes of robustos, about to order 4 more. I might just like them...

I love this cigar also. the 1st inch is a pepper bomb, but after that its like smoking a juicy medium rare steak! Yummmy. I havent had one in a while, but now I want one.

Heavy

Fourtotheflush