Gifted by J.C. Newman Cigars.

Location: This review was made in a cigar lounge.

Information:
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Jalapa
Binder: Nicaraguan Condega & Estelí
Filler: Nicaragua
Origin: Nicaragua

Factory: J.C. Newman PENSA. (Nicaragua)
Box: Sold in 10 count boxes.
Release: 2024
Availability: Limited Edition.

Size: 6×52, Toro.

Wrapper: Milk chocolate brown, oily and smooth texture with small veins.

Construction: Fairly firm and even feel when lightly squeezed.

Cold draw: Barnyard and oakwood.

1st third: Starts with roasted chestnuts and hazelnuts, oakwood, dried citrus and a slight touch of cacao.

2nd third: Additional notes of medium roasted coffee and light cinnamon spice.

Burn: Burns sharp with a firm and stable white-ish ash.

Smoke: Medium voluminous smoke with a cool feeling on the tongue with a medium light draw.

3rd third: I’m getting a smores vibe in this final part. Lightly burnt marshmallows, digestive biscuits, cinnamon and dark chocolate. Just delicious.

Duration: 15:10-16:40, 1h 30min.

Conclusion: A medium to full bodied cigar with a medium strength profile. Beautiful transitions of complexity, very enjoyable smooth smoking experience.

Result: In my book this is a 92 point cigar.

/Cigar Reviewer André