Smoked one of these the other day, and it was a very pleasant experience. While definetly a strong cigar, it's not overwhelming. Very nice from start to finish, enough spice to get your attention, but not so much that it overpowers the flavor of the tobacco.
Have another 3 resting comfortably in my humidor waiting for when I have a good 2 - 2 1/2 hours to enjoy another of these beauties.