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VIAJE CIGAR

c1garfan

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Viaje Cigar
5 X 52
Fuerza - Robusto
$7.00
Medium - Full Body

I read the review on this cigar and was intrigued, so I decided to venture out and find one to smoke.


The Start

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The cigars cover leaf is a dark Criollo wrapper. It has oils present and has a slightly rough feel. I didn't detect any soft spots. The cigar has a firm pack. The construction looks solid.

The draw on this cigar is surprisingly good in that it is a firm smoke. Each puff provides ample smoke. It starts out with good flavor, so I was eagerly anticipating what was to come. From what I understand, this cigar is a Nicaraguan puro and there is no mistaking that earthy flavor. The start to this cigar wasn't complex, it just provided good flavor.

The Middle

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This is where the cigar began to change. The smoke began to get creamy with hints of dark coffee. I find that many Nicaraguan puros are a bit one dimensional, but this cigar has complexity to it. The smoke really begins to open up here. As you can see the cigar burns very well. I have not had to relight the cigar.

The End

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This is where the cigar reached its full potential. Creamy, rich smoke was enjoyed to its end. The ash was dense and held together well. I was told that JdN manufactures this smoke. If I had to compare it to anything Id say it is similar to the Antano, but pulled back a bit strength wise. The cigar started out good and only got better from there.

This is my first review. I hope you have found it helpful.
You can find pics of the cigar in the cigar review gallery
 
Hey, well done!
So if I understood you correctly, that was your first Viaje?
I bought a nice sampler of differant sizes and my favorite so far has been the Fuerza.
It does seem to share some character of the JDN.
I have a little stash set aside and plan to try them again at some future date.
I'm hoping my instincts are good on this one in that the spice will develop as a little time goes by.
 
Yeah, this is the first one Ive had. I bought a few other sizes, but have not had a chance to smoke them yet.
 
Great review! I was actually looking at these on Kevin's site just last night. I've only had one of the JDN Antanos.... the lancero. I really enjoyed it. I think I'm going to have to get my mitts on a few of these as well.
 
hmm nice review lots of interesting stuff out there lately. i have been looking for change so i may be trying one of these along with some others i have seen reviewed recently.
 
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