Gifted by Peter Gaudenzi, 1502 Cigars European Market Director.

Location: This review was made indoors in a cigar lounge.

Wrapper: Darker milk chocolate, oily with tiny veins.

Construction: Firm but still a little giving when lightly squeezed.

Cold draw: Earthy sweetness and a light touch of wood.

1st third: Starts with a dark roasted coffee, dark chocolate and a oak wood note, there is a nuttiness in the background aswell.

2nd third: Smoothens out, but keeps previous flavors but not so aggressive on the dark notes.

The burn: Burns steady and sharp with a white stable and firm white ash.

Smoke: Voluminous white smoke with a cool feeling on the tounge and a light draw.

3rd third: Gets a hint of liquorice, otherwise it keeps the dark coffee and dark chocolate notes. The oak wood notes are there but very far in the background.

Conclusion: A medium to full bodied cigar with a medium strength profile. An interesting cigar, think it would match beautifully with a cup of coffee or a bourbon.

Result: In my book this is an 90 point cigar.

/Cigarmaster André